The Standard 2012-13

THE STANDARD
Corps of Cadets
Texas A&M University
1 September 2012
INTRODUCTION Four documents cover every facet of life in the Cadet Corps: The Standard, The Plans and Programs Guide, The Cadence, and The Cadet Resident Handbook.
The Standard is about who Corps members are and what they are endeavoring to become. It
is about the Corps mission, vision, priorities, and values. The Standard is at the very heart of the Corps disciplined way of life. Its carefully crafted policies, guidelines, standards, and rules are designed to support each cadets academic success, physical and mental well-being, and development as a leader. It includes information relevant to every cadet, regardless of rank or class, regarding administration, operations, discipline, honor, scholastics and cadet life.
The Plans and Programs Guide is an in-depth manual for Cadet Leadership. In instances
where The Standard lacks detail on a given subject, cadets should refer to The Plans and Programs Guide. Specifically, the PPG includes information on Corps membership, Corps organizations, Cadet Command and position descriptions, additional Uniform regulations, the Corps Weight Control and Physical Training Programs, Intramurals, Awards, Safety, Risk Management, Assistance Programs, and Incident Reporting procedures.
The Cadence is a pocket-size summary of information specifically intended for freshman

cadets.
The Cadet Resident Handbook includes specific housing and safety-related information
relevant to every cadet.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1. WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE HOLD TO BE IMPORTANT 1. MISSION 2. VISION 3. PRIORITIES 3. CORE VALUES 4. THE CADET OATH 5. CORPS MEMBERSHIP CHAPTER 2. THE AGGIE CODE OF HONOR 1. ARTICLES OF THE AGGIE CODE OF HONOR 2. CAMARADERIE AMONG AGGIES CHAPTER 3. CORPS ORGANIZATION 1. ORGANIZATIONAL CHARTS 2. CHAIN OF COMMAND CHAPTER 4. DAILY SCHEDULE 1. DAILY SCHEDULE 2. QUIET HOURS 3. ACADEMIC DAY 4. EVENING STUDY TIME (EST) 5. CORPS ACTIVITIES 6. OUTFIT MEETINGS CHAPTER 5. SCHOLASTICS 1. COMMANDANT'S INTENT 2. KEYS TO ACADEMIC SUCCESS 3. SCHOLASTIC STANDARDS 4. ACADEMIC PROBATION 5. REQUIREMENTS FOR REMOVAL FROM ACADEMIC PROBATION 6. CLASS ATTENDANCE 7. SCHOLASTIC SUPPORT PROGRAMS 8. SCHOLASTIC AWARDS 9. EVENING STUDY TIME (EST) GPR STATUS LEVEL AND PRIVILEGES 10. SCHOLASTIC INSPECTIONS FIGURE 5-1: STANDARD DOOR CARD CHAPTER 6. CLASS SYSTEM/PRIVILEGES/RESPONSIBILITIES 1. CLASS SYSTEM 2. CONDUCT 3 6 6 6 6 6 7 7 8 8 8 9 9 12 13 13 13 14 15 16 16 17 17 17 18 18 19 19 19 19 20 21 22 23 23 23
3. PRIVILEGES/RESPONSIBILITIES 4. ROOM PRIVILEGES 5. GRANTING OF PRIVILEGES CHAPTER 7. DUNCAN DINING HALL 1. DUNCAN DINING HALL OPERATIONS 2. UNIT CADET SUPERVISION 3. DINING SERVICES AUTHORITY 4. DUNCAN DINING HALL PROCEDURES CHAPTER 8. UNIFORMS 1. INENT 2. UNIFORMS 3. OFF CAMPUS 4. UNIFORMS RULES 5. UNIFORM INSPECTION GUIDELINES 6. FORMAL UNIFORM INSPECTIONS 7. INFORML UNIFORM INSETIONS CHAPTER 9. ROOMS 1. ROOM STANDARDS 2. UNAUTHORIZED ITEMS 3. DORM INSPECTIONS 4. DORM MAINTENANCE 5. DORM ADMINISTRATION CHAPTER 10. GROOMING STANDARDS 1. GENERAL 2. GROOMING STANDARDS (MALE CADETS) 3. GROOMING STANDARDS (FEMALE CADETS) CHAPTER 11. DISCIPLINE POLICY 1. DESCRIPTION 2. CATEGORIES OF OFFENSES 3. REPORTING DISCIPLINE VIOLATIONS 4. PROHIBITED ACTIONS 5. ADDITIONAL PROHIBITED ACTIONS 6. DISCILINE PROCESS 7. AGGIE HONOR SYSTEM OFFICE 8. CADET BOARDS 9. CORPS APPEALS PANELS 10. DEMERIT SYSTEM 4
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11. SCHEDULE OF DEMERITS 12. DEMERIT REMOVAL 13. UNIT DISCIPLINE SYSTEM 14. RESTRICTED WEEKENDS 15. RESTRICTED WEEKS 16. PHYSICAL EXERCISE 17. ADDITIONAL DISCIPLINE SYSTEM INFORMATION CHAPTER 12. VISITATION POLICY CHAPTER 13. ALCOHOL AND DRUG POLICY
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CHAPTER 1. WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE HOLD TO BE IMPORTANT 1. MISSION The Corps of Cadets develops well-educated leaders of character who are academically successful, embody the values of Honor, Integrity, Discipline and Selfless Service, and are fully prepared for the global challenges of the 21st Century. 2. VISION Our vision is for the Corps of Cadets to be regarded as the student leadership development organization of choice supporting Texas A&Ms vision, mission and values for the 21st Century while embracing the Universitys valued history and traditions. 3. PRIORITIES A. Academic success for all cadets. B. Positive, challenging, values-based leadership development experience for all cadets. C. Grow and build a large, diverse Corps through effective recruiting and retention. 4. CORE VALUES Our Core Values reflect what we hold to be important and guide our daily lives, especially our relationships with others. Our Core Values shape the environment in which we live, study, and develop our leadership. A. Honor. An unwavering commitment to sound moral values and strong character by respecting others as you fulfill your duties as a member of the Corps of Cadets. B. Integrity. The honesty and moral courage to always defend and do what is right. C. Selfless Service. The desire and ability to put others before self, making personal sacrifices to better the Office of the Commandant, Corps, University, State and Nation. D. Discipline. Striving for excellence by holding yourself and others accountable to a higher standard. Additionally, the Corps of Cadets strives to live by the following: E. Critical Thinking and Creativity. We assess situations and decisively implement timely solutions by adapting and using all available resources in an innovative manner. F. Leadership. We are effective role models who promote and lead relevant change to inspire and empower our people. G. Pursuit of Excellence. We are dedicated to life-long learning and maximum personal effort to achieve our goals in everything we do. H. Respect. We maintain an environment that ensures all persons are treated with fairness and dignity. I. Scholarship. We are committed to the pursuit of academic excellence, wisdom, life-long learning, critical thinking and creativity. J. Teamwork and Collaboration. We work with internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared purposes and goals for the success of our cadets, the organization and the University.
5. THE CADET OATH I, ____________________________ , DO SOLEMNLY SWEAR (OR AFFIRM) THAT I WILL OBEY ALL UNIVERSITY REGULATIONS, THE STANDARD, AND THE DIRECTIVES OF MY SUPERIOR OFFICERS; THAT I WILL BE DILIGENT IN MY STUDIES; THAT I WILL HOLD MYSELF AND MY FELLOW CADETS TO THE AGGIE CODE OF HONOR; THAT I WILL REMEMBER THAT TO BE A MEMBER OF THE CORPS OF CADETS IS A PRIVILEGE WHICH MUST BE EARNED EVERY DAY BY MY HONORABLE ACTIONS; AND THAT I WILL CONDUCT MYSELF IN A MANNER THAT WILL REFLECT GREAT CREDIT ON THE UNIVERSITY AND THE CORPS OF CADETS, SO HELP ME GOD. 6. CORPS MEMBERSHIP Each year, all cadets are required to apply/reapply for membership in the Corps of Cadets. However, until a cadet resigns, is removed, or completes his fourth year, he is considered a member of the Corps and subject to rules and regulations of the Corps as long as he is registered (or intends to register) to attend school at Texas A&M University.
CHAPTER 2. THE AGGIE CODE OF HONOR AN AGGIE DOES NOT LIE, CHEAT, OR STEAL OR TOLERATE THOSE WHO DO.
1. ARTICLES OF THE AGGIE CODE OF HONOR ARTICLE I A cadet will not knowingly make any false statement, written or spoken. ARTICLE II A cadet will not impart or receive any assistance, either outside or inside a classroom or places of instruction, which would tend to give any student an unfair advantage. ARTICLE III A cadet will not take or receive any property of another person or persons, under any circumstances, without the specific authority of that person or persons. ARTICLE IV A cadet will not use evasive statements or technicalities in order to shield guilt or defeat the ends of justice. ARTICLE V A cadet will report to his/her Major Unit or Outfit Honor Representative all known or suspected honor violations by any cadet or cadets. 2. CAMARADERIE AMONG AGGIES While the camaraderie among Aggies is legendary and frequently life-long, in no way is friendship ever a justification for violating the tenants of the Aggie Code of Honor. Similarly, the Aggie Code of Honor is never to be understood as a code only adhered to when among other Aggies. Rather, it is a code all Aggies strive to live in all associations and activities for their whole lives, not just when among Aggie buddies.
CHAPTER 3. CORPS ORGANIZATION 1. ORGANIZATIONAL CHARTS A. OFFICE OF THE COMMANDANT
Commandant
Developmental Relations Coordinator
Corps Commander
Director, Corps Leadership Excellence Program
Director of Bands
Chief of Staff
Professor of Aerospace Studies
Professor of Military Science
Professor of Naval Science
Asst Cmdt, Recruiting
Asst Cmdt, Strategic Communication and IT
Asst Cmdt, Admin, Athletics, Intl Prgs
Asst Cmdt, Academics, Operations, & Training
Asst Cmd, Discipline & Logistics
Director, Corps Center & External Support
ROTC Dept Admin Support
Associate Director
Senior Systems Admin
Business Admin
Cadet Training Officers
Director, Military Property Warehouse
Curator
Asst Director
Software Apps Developer
Business Coord
PMC Site Manager
Asst Director, Admissions Support
Media Relations Coordinator
Director of Scholarships
Senior Academics Advisors
Senior Admin Coord
B. CORPS OF CADETS
Corps Commander
Deputy Corps Commander V-1(d) D Co(d) Corps Special Units Corps Sergeant Major
1st BDE
2nd BDE
3re BDE
1st REG
2nd REG
1st WG
2nd WG
3rd WG
Band
A-2
D-2*
A-1
C-2*
E-2*
SQ-1
SQ-8
SQ-2
A Batt
B-1
E-1*
B-2*
K-2*
F-1
SQ-3
SQ-12
SQ-20
A Co
F-2*
I-1
C-1*
P-2
H-1*
SQ-17*
SQ-16
SQ-23
B Batt
L-1*
K-1
D-1*
S-1
N-1
SQ-18
SQ-21
B Co
* Non-gender Integrated Unit (d) Day Student Unit
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C. CORPS STAFF
Corps Commander Deputy Corps Commander
Sergeant Major
Adjutant / Finance (G-8) Admin Sgt (G-1A) Finance Sgt (G-8A)
Scholastics (G-2) Scholastics Sgt (G-2A)
COS / Plans (G-5) Plans Sgt (G-5A)
Operations/Logistics/Training (G-3/4/7) Ops Sgt (G-33A) Log / Training Sgt (G-4A/G-7A)
Inspector General SJA
Deputy IG / Discipline Sergeant
PR Sgt (G-9A) Recruiting Sgt (G-10A)
Public Relations (G-9) Recruiting (G-10)
D. MAJOR UNIT STAFF
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2. CHAIN OF COMMAND
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CHAPTER 4. DAILY SCHEDULE 1. DAILY SCHEDULE This schedule is a representative, routine schedule for the Corps of Cadets. The weekly schedule may vary and will be published at https://cadets.tamu.edu.
Day 0000 0530 0530-0630 0630 - 0715 Monday Evening Study Time Corps Activities Formation & Breakfast Tuesday Evening Study Time Corps Activities Formation & Breakfast Wednesday Evening Study Time Corps Activities Formation & Breakfast Thursday Evening Study Time Corps Activities Formation & Breakfast Friday Evening Study Time Corps Activities Formation & Breakfast Saturday Sunday
0715 1800
Academic Day
Academic Day
Academic Day
Academic Day
Academic Day Varies
Varies
Corps Activities or Free Time
1800 1815 1815 1900 1900 1930 1930 2300
Formation Prep
Formation Prep
Formation Prep
Formation Prep
Formation & Dinner Transition
Outfit Meeting
Evening Study Time
Evening Study Time
Evening Study Time
Evening Study Time
Varies
Evening Study Time
2300 2300 0530
Lights Out Evening Study Time
2. QUIET HOURS The purpose of Quiet Hours is to create an environment conducive for academic study within the dorms and on the quad. Quiet Hours exist 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1930 until Friday at 1630 with the exception of two time periods 0530 to 0715 and 1800 to 1900 daily. Quiet Hours is further broken into two periods: Academic Day and Evening
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Study Time. All upperclassmen are responsible for maintaining and enforcing Quiet Hours conditions including: A. Speaking will be kept at a low but audible tone, conversations in the hallway will be kept to a minimum. Whipping out will be conducted outside on the quad only. B. No calls will be blown. C. Cadets will not hump it or sound off in the dormitory. D. Halls will be kept neat, orderly, and quiet. Music and other sounds should not be heard outside the room. E. Lights in the hallway may be reduced but not darkened to the point door cards cannot be read. 3. ACADEMIC DAY The purpose of the Academic Day is to maintain an atmosphere within the Corps of Cadets conducive to the pursuit of academic endeavors and personal matters. Quiet Hours conditions in the dormitory hallways and rooms as well as on the quad will be in effect for all cadets. A. Times. Monday - Thursday 0715-1800 and 0715 1630 on Friday. B. The Academic Day consists of: (1) Attending Class. (2) Study time at any appropriate place as desired. (3) Rest time. If a cadet is sleeping, he/she will not be awakened unless it pertains to academic matters (e.g., waking someone up for class, waking someone to ask why they are not in class if their door card indicates they have a class scheduled at that time). (4) Personal time needed for daily living (personal hygiene and errands), individual Corps activities (e.g., shining shoes, uniform preparation, room cleaning), and individual exercise. C. Activities Permitted. (1) Command-directed Health & Comfort Inspections (normally conducted with representatives from the Office of the Commandant.) (2) From 0830 to 1530 daily, Room Inspections conducted by the Cadet Command and IG Chains and/or the Commandants staff as long as these inspections do not interfere with the study environment. (3) Academic Support and/or Morale/Welfare visits. Freshmen doors must be open and remain open while the upperclassman is inside the hole. (4) Access to fishs holes may be further restricted on an individual basis by the Unit CO. If a cadet does not have the approval of the Unit CO and enters a fishs hole, he/she will be in violation of this policy and subject to disciplinary action. (5) ROTC Leadership Lab and Corps Special Unit activities (per announced or course schedule) 1630 to 1800 Monday Thursday. 14
(6) Whitebelt and Academic mentorship during the period of Transition to EST 19001930 Monday Thursday D. Activities Not Permitted. (1) Military/Corps training. (2) Disciplinary actions. (3) Corrective or directed physical training/exercise. (4) Upperclassmen details (5) Waking those that are asleep (except as in the paragraph above). (6) Blowing calls. E. Violation of the Academic Day policy may result in suspension from the Corps. 4. EVENING STUDY TIME (EST) The purpose of Evening Study Time is to maintain an appropriate scholastic environment for the Corps. Freshmen, sophomores and all cadets on Academic Probation are required to comply with mandatory study requirements during EST. Quiet Hours conditions in halls and rooms will be in effect for all cadets. A. Times: Sunday Thursday 1930 to 0530. B. EST provides cadets an opportunity to study when and where they desire (within reason) to achieve the best results possible. Making cadets sit and study at their desk for a set amount of time during a set period of the evening is not always conducive for achieving success. With EST, cadets determine when they will study/rest and how much time they need to devote to their studies. The following activities are permitted during EST: (1) Academic activities (tutoring, individual study, test reviews, group study, supplemental instruction, departmental reviews, academic research, and other activities that promote academic progress) (2) In room rest/relaxation (3) Personal hygiene (4) Laundry (on the quad) (5) Individual Corps activities (e.g., shining shoes and uniform preparation) (6) University-related organization activities. C. Freshmen and sophomores desiring to leave the dorm during EST (for an approved activity) will sign out with the Sergeant of Day (logbook) and sign in upon their return. D. Freshmen and sophomores are not allowed to attend social events during EST unless they receive written approval of the Corps Commander and notification of their CTO at least 48 hours before the event. The CTO will notify the CDO for the appropriate EST period. E. All cadets in their first semester in the Corps will comply with EST Level I privileges. Freshmen and sophomores will receive Free Nights Outs (FNOs) in accordance with their academic status. Juniors and seniors on Academic Probation will have their FNO privileges revoked. 15
F. During EST, prospective cadets participating in the Spend the Night with the Corps (SNWC) program may be hosted by either EST GPR Level II or Level III cadets. No EST GPR Level I cadets or cadets on Academic Probation are allowed to serve as SNWC hosts. Also, to ensure the SNWC host privilege is not abused, no bonus Free Night Out passes may be taken by SNWC hosts. G. Participation in approved extracurricular programs on campus is encouraged once cadets understand the rigors of college academics. (1) Cadets will not be required to attend non-academic Corps-related events during EST. (2) Freshmen and cadets on Academic Probation will not participate in intramurals during EST. H. Attending religious services during EST is permitted. I. Cadets will not be required to study in conditions that might hinder their academic pursuits (i.e. four points of contact, studying by flashlight, etc.). Cadets will close their doors when studying. Fire Doors will also be closed during EST to reduce noise levels. J. Dress should be appropriate and contribute to academic success. K. Rooms should be neat and conducive to study (inspection conditions not required). L. Only visits by command and scholastic personnel will be allowed in fish rooms. Room checks (to check whether a cadet is studying) are NOT ALLOWED. M. No more than four people in a room. The Sergeant of the Day may waive this limitation on a case by case basis. N. The Sergeant of the Day (SOD) is responsible for maintaining Quiet Hours conditions. (Juniors on Academic Probation are not allowed to serve as SOD.) He will maintain the logbook for cadet sign out and in upon return. The Sergeant of the Day should ensure all entries are legible. It is not the SODs responsibility to ensure cadets are studying. It is his responsibility to ensure an atmosphere exists conducive for study. 5. CORPS ACTIVITIES A. Quiet Hours is suspended daily for Morning and Evening Formations/Meals (0630-0715 and 1815-1900) and for Outfit/Corps activities (Drill, Uniform Inspections, Military Instruction, Physical Fitness Training, Athletics, Remedial PT, etc.) (0530-0630). B. Units will conduct physical training on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, reserving Tuesday and Thursday mornings for other military activities. General Moore Uniform Inspections will be conducted on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. C. Corps Special Unit training and ROTC Leadership Lab will be conducted 1630 to 1800 per training plan or course schedule. D. Outfit activities are authorized for Friday afternoon 1630 1800. 6. OUTFIT MEETINGS Communication down through the chain of command and to the cadets is vital to the success of each outfit. One of the most efficient ways to accomplish this is through an outfit meeting, to be attended by all cadets within the outfit. Outfit meetings should occur Sunday nights from 1830-1930.
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CHAPTER 5. SCHOLASTICS 1. COMMANDANT'S INTENT The Scholastics Policy is designed to reinforce the importance placed on academic pursuits within the Corps of Cadets. Academic success is the leading priority of the Corps of Cadets, because first and foremost, cadets attend Texas A&M University to attain a degree. The following academic policy is designed to promote and enhance the scholastic performance of all Corps members by providing the most successful academic support program on campus. This academic policy utilizes an intentional, standardsbased approach to establish the environment, provide professional academic advising, provide a mentorship support program, and recognize academic achievement. This policy also promotes an academic plan that provides the structure to ensure graduation in a timely manner. 2. KEYS TO ACADEMIC SUCCESS A. Attend every class. B. Sit in the center of the first three rows of the classroom so you can see, hear, and are less distracted. C. Introduce yourself to each instructor and meet with him/her during office hours within the first month of the semester. Have several substantive questions to ask. D. Meet with each instructor at least once more during the semester. E. Read all assignments before class. F. During class, stay awake and take good notes. Ask questions in class. G. Find a study partner in each class and meet once a week to exchange information and review notes. H. Review your readings and notes after each class and fill in any missing information. I. Seek out tutoring, supplemental instruction, and additional departmental help when needed. J. Attend all supplemental instruction and review sessions for each class. K. Find a quiet place on campus to study between classes. L. Treat school like a full time job. Ideally, for every hour spent in class you should spend no less than three hours of study outside of class. Use a day planner for effective time management. Your focus should be on academics first and foremost. M. Utilize Evening Study Time (EST) efficiently. Use this time to attend test reviews, tutoring, supplemental instruction, departmental help sessions, and accomplish personal study. Use your free time on the weekends (or if necessary during the Academic Day) to conduct personal errands. N. Schedule an office call with the departmental advisor in your major each semester to review your courses, grades, and registration for the next semester. O. Find a faculty/staff mentor each semester and get to know them well. They are valuable sources of information and can provide a supportive contribution to your adjustment to life in the Corps and school. 17
3. SCHOLASTIC STANDARDS A. To remain in good standing cadets: must maintain a 2.00 overall GPR; not be on academic probation; and by the beginning of their sophomore year complete a minimum of 25 hours, 54 hours by the beginning of their junior year, and 84 hours by the beginning of their senior year. Failure to satisfy these conditions will result in the review of a cadets status in the Corps. B. To serve in Key Leadership positions on Corps Staff, Major Units, Outfits, and Special Units cadets: must be in good standing; cannot be on Academic Probation; and must maintain a 2.80 overall GPR and 2.50 term GPR. A cadets continuance in their leadership position may be reviewed if they fail to maintain these requirements. C. To serve as Cadre for Fish Orientation Week (FOW) cadets: must be in good standing; cannot be on Academic Probation; and must have a 2.60 overall GPR and 2.30 term GPR. D. To serve as Guidon Bearer cadets: must be in good standing; cannot be on Academic Probation; and must maintain a 2.30 term and overall GPR. A cadets continuance as guidons bearer may be reviewed if their term GPR < 2.30. E. GPR Standards for Corps Special Units, Corps Athletic Teams, and ROTC Special Units are identified below. Cadets placed on Academic Probation or found to be Not In Good Standing with the Corps cannot be a member or continue their membership in a Corps Special Unit, Athletic Team or ROTC Special Unit. Corps Special Units Ross Volunteers, Parsons Mounted Calvary Fish Drill Team Corps Center Guard, Corps Color Guard, Summer Recruiting Company, Aggie Eagle Post, AMC Guard, Darling Recruiting Company General O.R. Simpson Corps Honor Society Corps Athletic Teams ROTC Special Units Rudders Rangers, Ranger Challenge, Pathfinders, Midshipmen Battalion, RECON, SEAL Platoon, Arnold Air Society, Special Operations Training Unit 4. ACADEMIC PROBATION. Cadets on any one of the three probation categories listed below will enter into an Academic Probation Contract with the Corps Senior Academic Advisors. A. AP-1: Cadets who post below a 2.00 overall GPR will be placed on Academic Probation. B. AP-2: Cadets who post two consecutive semesters below a 2.00, even with an overall GPR above a 2.00, will be placed on Academic Probation. 18 Membership 2.5 2.3 2.3 Key Leadership 2.8 2.8 (Jr & So = 2.5) 2.8
specific GPR standards per Corps classification; all > 3.0 2.3 Membership 2.75 2.5 Key Leadership 2.8
C. AP-3: Cadets who pass less than 10 hours in a semester, having either failed, Q-dropped, or grade excluded at least 2 courses, will be placed on Academic Probation. 5. REQUIREMENTS FOR REMOVAL FROM ACADEMIC PROBATION A. Removal from AP-1: Raise overall GPR to a 2.00 by the end of the next semester and/or satisfy the conditions of the academic probationary contract. Failure to satisfy these conditions will result in the review of a cadets status in the Corps. B. Removal from AP-2: Post a term GPR of at least a 2.00 for the next semester. Failure to satisfy this condition will result in the review of a cadets status in the Corps. C. Removal from AP-3: Pass at least 12 hours the next semester. Failure to satisfy these conditions will result in the review of a cadets status in the Corps. 6. CLASS ATTENDANCE A. Cadets will attend every class and will be on time. B. Corps or outfit activities that prevent a cadet from getting to class on time are prohibited. C. Cadets with a 0800 class will be out of the dorm by 0740 and off the Quad in time to be in class by 0755. D. Failure to attend class will be a Category II Offense and will be disciplined IAW the Discipline Policy. 7. SCHOLASTIC SUPPORT PROGRAMS The Corps of Cadets provides the following academic support programs, services, and personnel. A. Centralized Corps Academic Center and Leadership Learning Center on the Quad with office space, classrooms, conference rooms, computer lab, and study areas. B. Full-time professional Senior Academic Advisors. C. Corps Academic Mentors (CAMs), one assigned to each outfit, who are members of TAMU faculty/staff. D. Subsidized tutoring from paid tutors or O.R Simpson Society members in a wide variety of subjects to include math, physics, chemistry, and biology. E. College Student Inventory survey indicating potential academic challenges for first year students. F. SOMS 111 Principles of Academic & Personal Development one credit, elective course highly encouraged for all freshmen cadets in the Corps. G. Corps Academic Probation Contracts written with Senior Academic Advisors for each cadet on academic probation. H. SOMS 485 1-hour course for sophomores and juniors on academic probation. I. Career counseling for sophomores and upperclassmen in General Studies who have not been admitted to upper-level in their major. 8. SCHOLASTIC AWARDS At the end of each semester, cadets that meet the following standards will be placed on the Corps Honor Roll. 19
A. Academic Excellence B. Commandants Honor Roll C. Distinguished Student D. Deans Honor Roll E. 4.0 Certificate
3.0 term GPR 3.25 term GPR 3.5 term GPR 3.75 term GPR 4.0 term GPR
15 or more hours 15 or more hours 15 or more hours, no D or F 15 or more hours, no D or F 12 or more hours
9. EVENING STUDY TIME (EST) GPR STATUS LEVEL AND PRIVILEGES A. All cadets will indicate their EST GPR Status Level on their door card (class schedule). B. EST GPR Status Level is based on the past semester GPR and/or overall GPR if on Academic Probation. C. In the case of two cadets living together with different EST GPR Status Levels, the one with the lower status takes precedence. D. EST GPR Status Levels: (1) Level 0. All cadets of any classification on Academic Probation (a) All Academic Day and Evening Study Time rules apply. (b) Emphasis placed on completion of the Corps Academic Probation Contract. (2) Level I. All cadets in their first term at A&M and those cadets with a previous term GPR of 2.00-2.79 (3) Level II. Previous term GPR of 2.80-3.24 (4) Level III. Previous term GPR of 3.25-4.0 Freshmen EST GPR Status Level Privileges: (1) Level I and Level II. a. All Academic Day and Evening Study Time rules apply. (2) Level III. a. All Academic Day and Evening Study Time Rules apply. b. May have one FNO per week. Sophomore EST GPR Status Level Privileges (1) Level I. a. All Academic Day and Evening Study Time rules apply (2) Level II. a. All Academic Day and Evening Study Time rules apply. b. May have one FNO every week. (3) Level III. a. All Academic Day and Evening Study Time rules apply. b. May have two FNOs per week. 20
Juniors and Seniors Privileges if on Academic Probation (EST GPR Status Level 0) a. All Academic Day and Evening Study Time rules apply b. Comply with Academic Probation contract requirements, to include attendance at a Mandatory Study Hall c. Class privileges relating to televisions, video/computer games, etc., in the room are revoked. d. Privileges relating to FNOs also revoked. 10. SCHOLASTIC INSPECTIONS The Corps Scholastics Chain (Officer and Sergeant from Corps through Major Unit to Company/Squadron) is responsible for coordinating and executing frequent inspections of the Academic Day and Evening Study Time conditions. A. All cadets will post their current degree plan in their rooms. The classes they have finished will be highlighted with final grade to monitor progress. B. Grades must be properly posted on the Corps of Cadets Grade Summary Sheet within one day of receipt of the grade. C. All cadets must have their weekly class schedule and EST GPR Status Level posted on their door card (Figure 11-1). Scheduled tutoring and supplemental instruction sessions should be included in the weekly schedule.
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STANDARD DOOR CARD
Name
Unit
Major
Class
Rank
Est GPR Status Level
Hometown
Monday 0800 0900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900 2000 2100
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
SUNDAY Routine
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CHAPTER 6. CLASS SYSTEM/PRIVILEGES/RESPONSIBILITIES 1. CLASS SYSTEM A. Seniors hold the rank of cadet officers. They are the executive leaders of the Corps and are expected to establish, focus on, and communicate their organizations vision; establish and maintain a positive environment; develop others; and make the decisions that affect operations. B. Juniors hold the rank of cadet sergeants. They are the indirect leaders of the Corps and are expected to communicate their organizations vision; maintain a positive environment; develop others; and implement/execute the directions, orders and guidance provided by the cadet leadership chain. C. Sophomores hold the rank of Cadet Private First Class or Cadet Corporal. They are the direct leaders and are expected to execute the directions, orders, and policies of the cadet leadership chain in accordance with The Standard and The PPG. D. Freshmen hold the rank of Cadet Private. They are expected to follow and carry out the lawful orders and directions of the upperclassmen in accordance with The Standard and the PPG. 2. CONDUCT A. In campus buildings. (1) All cadets will maintain normal class distinction while conducting themselves in a manner that will reflect favorably upon the Corps of Cadets. (2) No cadet will be required to stand at attention, nor will a cadet create a scene or disturbance that would be displeasing to others. B. On campus grounds. The A&M campus is the largest and most beautiful in the country. We desire to keep it that way. A&M cadets are "on parade" twenty-four hours a day as far as others are concerned. Cadets show their pride in the school by neat appearance, friendliness, helpfulness, and courtesy at all times. (1) All cadets should take pride in the grass on campus and remember that walking on it is destructive to the campus grounds. At no time will any junior, sophomore, or freshman walk on any grass unless authorized by appropriate authority. Seniors are encouraged to not walk on the grass (even though it is their privilege) to set an example and demonstrate their concern for the beauty of the A&M campus. Throwing trash on the grounds is never done since it signifies contempt and disrespect. (2) Cadets will not walk on the grass surrounding the Memorial Student Center. (3) Eating, drinking or using of a cell phone while walking in uniform, outside of a dormitory or dining facility is prohibited (reasonable exceptions for outdoor social events may be made by commanders or Commandants staff). Using an IPOD-like device or wearing headphones or earbuds while in uniform is prohibited. (4) Drinking of alcoholic beverages, chewing gum, or use of tobacco products in uniform is prohibited. This includes smokeless tobacco. The Commandant may allow alcohol consumption at specifically designated events on or off campus. 23
(5) Cadets will stay out of all the fountains on campus. The only exception is the fish pond after a Texas A&M football victory. (6) Speaking and "whipping out". It is a tradition on the A&M campus for students to be actively interested in each other, in visitors, and in the faculty and staff of the University. The traditional HOWDY! and a smile of friendship as people pass on the campus have become hallmarks known throughout the nation. A&M is a friendly school and likes to show it. The Aggie tradition of speaking and whipping out within the Corps serves as a military greeting and is the method by which cadets show respect to each other and to the uniform. As a direct result of this tradition, Aggies have always been known for their initiative in meeting people and remembering their names. (a) The Aggie "HOWDY!" is a nationally known and accepted greeting that should be practiced as follows: (b) Cadets greet all other students with a clear, distinct, and friendly "HOWDY!" Hopefully they will respond similarly and most do; however, a lack of a response must not discourage cadets from upholding this tradition. (c) Cadets greet members of the faculty and staff, and visitors to the campus with an appropriate greeting, such as "good morning, sir; "good afternoon, Dr. Jones; "good evening, Sergeant Brown; etc. Cadets will salute commissioned officers of the US and foreign militaries in accordance with military courtesies. (d) "Whipping Out". It is customary and respectful to whip out to any upperclassmen within a cadets vicinity. Failing to whip out is inexcusable and shows a lack of respect for upperclassmen who have earned the right and respect of fellow cadets. C. Off campus and when in public gathering. A Cadets conduct off campus and when in public gatherings reflects upon the Corps of Cadets. In most cases you will be among a group of cadets in uniform. Such groups invariably must be careful to ensure their actions reflect favorably on the University and the Corps. The Ross Volunteer Company, the Aggie Band, Parsons Mounted Cavalry, and the Fish Drill Team, to name just a few groups, are nationally known. Remember, groups of cadets are always highly visible, both in and out of uniform, and are viewed as University representatives. D. At Yell Practice. (1) Yell practice is one place where the Spirit of Aggieland becomes tangible. It should be entered into with just that spirit. (2) All cadets attend yell practice. (3) Cadets should leave engagements early enough to be on time at yell practice. Cadets do not cut class to attend yell practice. (4) When forming to move to Kyle Field for Midnight Yell Practice, junior cadets and their dates fall in at the rear of the procession (do not cut in immediately behind the band). All others move into the east side seating area of Kyle Field. Junior and their dates will remain on the track at all times. (5) Cadets learn all the songs and yells. This is a tradition that upholds the "Spirit of Aggieland." 24
(6) Cadets do not attempt to acquire another unit's guidon. (7) Cadets do not attempt to acquire articles from the band. (8) "Quiet hours" on the Quad are observed immediately after yell practice on Thursday nights. (9) Drunkenness or disorderly conduct is not tolerated. E. At Football games. (1) Cadets attend all home games. Uniform of the Day is required. (2) Cadets do not wear hats inside the fences surrounding Kyle Field at any time other than when in military formation, performing military duties, or when saluting during the Star Spangled Banner or Texas, Our Texas. Military Courtesy is observed (i.e., Saluting Officers) even though uncovered. Navy/Marine and Air Force cadets will use a verbal courtesy since they do not salute when uncovered. (3) Cadets follow the directions of the Yell Leaders: (4) Cadets do not remove or unbutton any part of the uniform while in the stands except when authorized to do so by the Corps Commander. Cadets may not leave the stands unless in a full, properly adjusted uniform (fish may remove brass and belt buckles when exercising their privilege to take the Yell Leaders to the Fish Pond. (5) All cadets remain for yell practice after the games in which the Aggies are outscored: (6) Fish carry the yell leaders off the field after a victory at Kyle Field. They will form at the north east end of Kyle Field on the track under the direction of the Cadet Officers of the Day and not move on the field until the game ends and they are directed to do so. (7) Cadets do not "boo" officials or members of either team. Excessive hissing is not in good taste. (8) Objects are never thrown in the stands or onto the field. (9) As an exception to the prohibition of public display of affection while in uniform, cadets are permitted to kiss their dates whenever the Aggies score. F. At Basketball games. (1) Cadets must attend in the Uniform of the Day or greater. They will follow the directions of the Yell Leaders at all times. (2) Cadets do not "boo" the officials or members of either team. Excessive hissing is not in good taste. (3) Cadets never throw objects on the playing court. (4) Cadets remember to be ladies and gentlemen on all occasions. They should refrain from any conduct that would reflect unfavorably on our University. Cadets are known as the most enthusiastic fans and for treating opponents with respect. G. At Baseball games and other university athletic events. 25
(1) Cadets are authorized to wear appropriate civilian attire. (2) Cadets will pattern their actions to match what is expected of them at Basketball games. H. On Corps Trips. The prescribed uniform is worn properly at out-of-town games and public performances during Corps Trips. I. In the Corps dorm area. All cadets respect the rights of others to privacy and maintain good neighborly relations with those who are housed in the Corps dormitory area. Academic demands require an atmosphere conducive to study at all times. Moderation and thoughtfulness on the part of each cadet reduce tension and friction to a minimum. Living together, as in a community, is part of our education. Speaking and whipping out will follow the prescribed manner per The Standard. Cadets are corrected according to The Standard and only at such times during which classes or study hours are not disturbed. Cadets will not report to any room, other than that of the first sergeant or the unit commander, during Evening Study Time. 3. PRIVILEGES/RESPONSIBILITIES A. It is a cadet responsibility to: (1) Be familiar with the contents of The Standard, The Cadence, and The PPG. (2) Speak clearly and distinctly to all persons on campus with Howdy (except to commissioned/noncommissioned officers), calling those known to the cadet by name. (3) Moderate ones voice so as to not cause a disturbance on or off campus. (4) Be an example of good citizenship and Aggie spirit to all people at all times. B. It is a cadet privilege to (1) Lock his/her door when needed for privacy while dressing or undressing. All cadets will lock their doors when away from their room and at night when going to bed. C. It is a fish privilege to: (1) Be familiar with the contents of The Standard, but are not required to repeat items verbatim. They are expected to have their Cadence with them at all times and to know and understand its contents as instructed by their upperclassmen. (2) Give only four answers to an upperclassman: Yes, Sir/Maam; No, Sir/Maam; No Excuse, Sir/Maam; and if he/she does not know the answer to the question asked, Sir/Maam, not being informed to the highest degree of accuracy I hesitate to articulate for fear that I may deviate from the true course of rectitude. In short, Sir/Maam, I am a very dumb fish and do not know, Sir/Maam. This speech should be made as rapidly but clearly as possible. (3) Whip out to all upperclassmen you do not know in a normal, fully understandable voice. Follow the procedures described in The Cadence. (4) Come to attention (parade rest for noncommissioned officer) when an upperclassmen or commissioned officer enters his/her room and when being addressed by, or when addressing an upperclassmen or commissioned officer, remain at the position of 26
attention until given rest. This requirement does not apply during Evening Study Time. (5) Be granted sophomore privileges when in the presence of guests. (6) Wildcat when falling out to formation with arms straight, fully extended above the head. (7) Know the last name, academic major, and hometown of all cadets in their outfit. (8) Perform authorized unit details such as, Whistle Jock, mail call, or newspaper delivery. (9) Cut square corners when transiting the hallway (Except around obstructions such as trashcans, etc.) inside any Corps dormitory. (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) Move quickly without running when in the dorm. Speak/whip out to all upperclassmen in their dorm. Not use end doors of dormitories (exception for the newly renovated dorms). Not wear military creases in shirts unless otherwise authorized. Not wear any type of cover while inside any building or dormitory on campus.
(15) Capture, carry and throw the Yell Leaders into the Fish Pond after a football victory in Kyle Field. No one will run beyond the 20 yard line when attempting to capture a Yell Leader! D. It is a sophomore privilege to: (1) Wear hats inside Corps dorms. (2) Walk on graveled areas. (3) Wear military creases in uniform shirts. E. It is a junior privilege to: (1) Wear military standard sunglasses, except in formation. (2) Use benches on campus. (3) Place the garrison cap inside the shirt with buttons fastened. (4) Walk on dirt areas. F. It is a senior privilege to: (1) Tuck the garrison cap into the back of their trousers, with a portion visible above the trousers. (2) Walk on the grass on the campus, except around the Memorial Student Center. (3) Set a good example for underclassmen to follow in all areas of discipline, manners, honor, leadership, and use a seniors privileges in a discretionary manner.
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4. ROOM PRIVILEGES All cadets will maintain inspection ready rooms between the hours of 0830 and 1530 daily. The following privileges exist for each cadet class. A. Fish Holes. (1) No curtains (2) No posters/flags (3) Only outfit authorized items on the walls/back of the door (academic status, weekly academic schedule, planning calendar, etc.) (4) No extra furniture (chair, tables, etc.). Footlocker(s) or storage bin(s) are authorized. (5) No television, large video screen, video game system (clock radio is authorized) (6) No refrigerator (7) No microwave/coffee maker (8) No carpet, rug, or floor covering (9) No fitted sheets or non-issued bedding (10) No more than three items on the desks
B. Sophomore Rooms. (1) Curtains allowed (2) One poster/flag per cadet (3) 4 x 6 carpet permitted, no bigger (4) No extra furniture (chair, tables, etc.). Footlocker(s) or storage bin(s) are authorized. (5) No television, large video screen, video game system (clock radio is authorized) (6) No refrigerator (7) No microwave/coffee maker (8) No fitted sheets or non-issued bedding (9) No more than five items on the desks C. Junior Rooms. (1) Curtains and posters/flags or other wall items are permitted (no drilling holes or marring the walls and doors) (2) One refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker per room permitted (3) No restrictions on number of items on the desk but it must be neat (4) Collapsible chair permitted, no other extra furniture allowed (5) Video game system permitted. Television and/or video monitor allowed but must be 24 or less 28
(6) Wall to wall carpet or other floor covering allowed but nothing that will damage or stick to the floor D. Senior Rooms (All junior room privileges plus the following). (1) Additional furniture (chairs, couch, futon, etc.) permitted in old dorms only. No additional furniture allowed in the renovated dorms. (2) Large speakers/Stereo system permitted (3) Video game system permitted. Television and/or video monitor allowed but must be 32 or less E. Cadets on Academic Probation or Found to be Not in Good Standing with the Corps. (1) For White Belts, will result in the revocation of privileges: (a) No television/video game system (b) No additional furniture (c) Only one poster/flag allowed per cadet (d) No large speakers or stereo system (e) No Morning Formation Bag-ins (2) For Sophomores, will result in return to Fish Hole privileges. 5. GRANTING OF PRIVILEGES A. White Belts may temporarily grant their class privileges to Black Belts for extraordinary events or actions. B. The granting of privileges on a permanent basis at the end of the academic year to a rising class will not occur. The transition process does not include a need to practice increased privileges or responsibilities on a permanent basis or at formations.
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CHAPTER 7. DUNCAN DINING HALL 1. DUNCAN DINING HALL OPERATIONS A. The purpose in going to the Duncan Dining Hall at mealtime is to eat. The environment must be such that all cadets, regardless of class, may consume the type and quantity of food desired. Training activities in Duncan will focus on dining procedures. Arbitrary rules and procedures are prohibited. B. All cadets, except Day Students and Food Service Employees (FSE), must be on a Corps meal plan. FSEs must be on an approved meal plan. Periodic ID card checks may be done to ensure all appropriate cadets have an appropriate meal plan. C. Duncan Dining Hall normal operating hours: (1) Early Morning Chow (2) Morning Chow (3) Midday Chow (4) Early Evening Chow (5) Evening Chow 0600 to 0700 0700 to 0830 1100 to 1330 1700 to 1830 1830 to 1930 (Mon-Thu)
NOTES: If formation times change, the above schedule will be changed accordingly. Amendments to the above schedule can be made for special events. D. Deviation from Normal Serving Routine. (1) Silver Taps Complete silence (Silent Chow) will be observed in Duncan. No details of any kind will be allowed. (2) Corps Bag-Ins. On mornings when there is a Corps bag-in, Duncan Dining Hall will serve free flow chow. Cadets will wear a clean Corps athletic uniform or other uniform appropriate for their classes that day. E. Any deviation from this schedule must be submitted in writing to the Corps Operations Officer at least 24 hours before the meal. Corps Operations must coordinate the deviation with Dining Services at least 12 hours (24 hours desired) before the event. Include information as to date, meal in question, units estimated time of arrival, and number of cadets involved. Without an approved written request, Dining Services employees may turn away anyone attempting to eat outside normal hours of operation. F. Corps bag-ins must be coordinated with the ACAOT, appear on the Corps Training Schedule, and a Duncan Dining Services Supervisor should be advised seven days in advance, if possible. No cadet, other than the Corps Commander, has the authority to approve deviations from this policy. When the Aggie Band has a bag-in the Commander of the Combined Band Staff is responsible for notifying the Corps Staff Operations Officer and a Duncan Dining Services supervisor in a timely manner. Note: Bag-ins excuse cadets from morning formation and breakfast only. Bag-ins do not relieve cadets, including commanders, from responsibilities of the day, such as classes, reports, meetings, etc. G. Cadets will enter Duncan as part of formation and only once each meal. Late entry is only authorized for cadets with academic bag-ins or special circumstances which cause them to miss formation. 30
H. Cadets have nine meals committed to Duncan Dining Hall each week. Morning meals (Monday through Friday) and evening meals (Monday through Thursday). These nine meals will automatically be deducted from each cadets meal plan. Should a cadet not be able to eat any of the meals listed above in Duncan due to academic conflicts, they may seek an exception to policy from the Assistant Commandant for Administration. I. Cadets are encouraged to eat at Duncan Dining Hall for all midday meals. Since Duncan is just another Dining Services facility during the midday meal, cadets may sit where and with whom they choose. Cadets may bring guests IAW Dining Services rules. J. The uniform for chow corresponds to the uniform of the day and can be modified by the Corps Commander. (1) Corps and ROTC special unit uniforms will be established by the respective unit commander as authorized by the Corps Deputy Commander. Leaders of these special groups are responsible for allowing time for uniform change prior to chow. (2) The Corps athletic uniform is acceptable for lunch and will consist of Corps sweats (as required), the Corps PT uniform (shirt tucked in) provided by the Corps of Cadets Association, along with athletic shoes and socks. (3) Cadets engaged in a scheduled intramural or outfit activity immediately before or after evening chow may wear the Corps or outfit athletic uniform. (4) Cadets in excessively wet or soiled uniforms will not enter Duncan and will be directed to leave if their uniform is not appropriate for Duncan Dining Hall. Dining Services employees will normally coordinate this direction through the appropriate cadet commander. (5) Cadets with medical conditions which prevent the wear of the uniform may wear the Corps PT uniform. (6) Cadets with bag-ins will wear the uniform of the day to late breakfast. (7) Individuals/groups not wearing the uniform of the day to chow should form up near the south end of Dorm 10 and enter Duncan after Corps Staff marches in. (8) Cadets who are out of uniform will not be allowed in Duncan Dining Hall without military letter authorization. 2. UNIT CADET SUPERVISION Each unit will designate a Junior (usually the cadet charged with supervising fish movement from the dorm to formation) who will be responsible for the units Junior and black belt cadet compliance with the procedures listed in this section (special focus will be on unit compliance with consolidation procedures). 3. DINING SERVICES AUTHORITY Dining services employees (cadets or civilians) have authority over dining services operations. Cadet leadership will be responsible for coordinating cadet conduct in the dining halls so the cadet procedures do not violate Dining Services procedures. The ACAOT will assist in this coordination to ensure necessary cadet activities are provided included in Dining Service procedures. Any cadet, who is a Dining Services employee, may need to provide mandatory guidance to cadets of higher rank. All cadets cooperate with Dining Service employees in the execution of their duties. Problems involving Dining Services employees should be immediately referred to the Corps Operation Officer, Corps Operations Sergeant or member of the Commandants Staff. 31
4. DUNCAN DINING HALL PROCEDURES A. Table Arrangement. All tables will be separated so cadets eat at a nine-person table (four cadets on each side and a junior or senior on the end). Corps and Major Unit Staffs will sit at designated tables in order to facilitate contact with the CDO. Any table rearrangement will be done by Duncan staff. B. Table Assignment. Each semester, tables will be assigned to units and each unit will designate assigned seating for all morning and evening meals. Unit commanders may allow temporary seating to replace a missing white belt at a table or make permanent changes to adjust for cadets who have left the unit. A white belt cadet will be assigned to each table with the responsibility to supervise the cadets at that table. The remaining seven/eight cadets will be a mix of cadets from all classes. C. Timing. Prayer will be said after all units enter Duncan but will not wait for everyone to be seated. Announcements may be made immediately after the prayer or delayed until everyone is seated. Completion of announcements will not mark the beginning of consolidation or required departure time for any cadets (e.g., sophomores will not perform a mass exodus). When ATTENTION is called for the announcements, cadets not seated will quietly listen to the announcements and may continue their purpose if it does not interfere with listening to the announcements. Elbows will not be slammed down on the tables when ATTENTION is called. D. Consolidation. Consolidation of trays and dinnerware will be accomplished at each table after all cadets have finished their meal. Fish will consolidate trays at their tables and other unit tables as appropriate. Fish will complete consolidation in a timely manner and will not delay their departure from Duncan to consolidate upper-class cadets trays. If no fish are present, upperclassmen will consolidate their own trays. Consolidation will be a clean and orderly process, no more than four trays at a time, accomplished at a pace consistent with good order and discipline to minimize the possibility of spilling food or damaging dishes. (1) Food from plates and trash will be consolidated onto one tray. (2) Plates, glasses, and silverware will be consolidated on separate trays. (3) Do not over-stack items on trays to the extent they may fall off on the way to or inside the accumulator. E. Conduct. (1) All Cadets shall: (a) Walk while in the Dining Facility. Safety concerns dictate no running in Duncan. (b) Take no more than one tray, one set of silverware, and two glasses per cadet upon entering Duncan. Prior to formation, freshmen may place silverware and napkins for the number of cadets expected to eat at each table based on meal count. (c) Pick up dropped items (contact Dining Services employee for food cleanup). (d) Be allowed to eat or drink any food being served and not be forced to eat food they do not want to eat. There are no restrictions by class. (e) Dine in their units designated area and be seated in their assigned seat. (f) Seat no more than nine cadets per table. (g) Use restrooms as desired. 32
(h) Not yell or raise voices above a normal conversational level. (i) Not eat, drink, or talk during prayer or announcements. (j) Not slam their glasses or elbows on the table. (k) Observe proper military etiquette (e.g., appropriate military courtesy when an officer or other military member joins the table). (l) Not engage in food fights, aggressive behavior, behavior that incites misbehavior (e.g., singing the Band Song), or destruction of property in Duncan. (m) Not take any food or Duncan property outside of the Duncan without approval of the Dining Service supervisors. Removing Duncan property will be considered stealing and will be dealt with accordingly. (2) Freshman Cadets shall: (a) Sit on the front six-inches of their chair with their back straight. Hands will be at their sides unless being used to handle a glass, knife, fork, or spoon. Eyes sighted on upper edge of tray. Knife, fork or spoon placed on plate while not being used (while chewing). Exaggerated procedures to precisely align dinnerware will not be permitted. No exaggerated movements. No excessively small bites. No chowing down. (b) Not talk unless answering questions. Conversation with upperclassmen will occur at a normal, conversational level and they will not sound off, (raise their voice) in Duncan. (c) Only whip out to cadets who visit someone at their table. They will not go to other tables to whip out. (d) Bus their trays, as well as those of the juniors and seniors at their table, to the accumulator in accordance with the procedures in paragraph 4d of this section. (e) Ask permission to join/leave the table from the most senior cadet/officer present. (f) Assume sophomore privileges when in the presence of guests. (3) Sophomore Cadets shall: (a) Not take unit flags and guidons through the main doors of Duncan. (b) Immediately get their food and proceed to their table to wait on their freshmen. (c) Put their elbows on the table and listen to announcements, but elbows will not be slammed on the table. (d) Not talk amongst each other. They may address freshmen and upperclassmen as required, but will not ask freshmen campusology questions. (e) Bus their trays individually and take them to the accumulator. (f) Ask permission to join/leave the table from the most senior cadet/officer present. (4) Junior and Senior Cadets. At least one Junior or Senior Cadet will be assigned to each table and shall be responsible for complying with directives and maintaining good order at that table. Junior and Senior Cadets may talk amongst each other at normal volume except during prayer and announcements.
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CHAPTER 8. UNIFORMS 1. INTENT The Uniform Policy described herein reinforces the importance of wearing the uniform by the members of the Corps of Cadets. More detail uniform regulations can be found in the Plans and Programs Guide. The cadet uniform is a visual reminder of who we are and what we represent on this campus. Cadets must wear their uniform correctly and ensure others do the same. 2. UNIFORMS All members of the Corps of Cadets will wear the cadet uniform on campus. Cadets will wear the uniform they are authorized to wear based on their cadet status. (For example, fish will not wear an upper-class uniform as a means of reward or upper-class privileges). All cadets in any Corps uniform are subject to inspection at any time and will comply with all of the provisions below. Appropriate headgear will be worn with the uniform at all times. Uniforms will be worn in accordance with the following: A. Campus Buildings. The uniform of the day will be worn in ALL campus buildings to include the Military Science Building (Trigon), the Sam Houston Sanders Corps Center, and the Memorial Student Center (MSC). Cadets attending meetings of Student Organizations will attend meetings in the uniform of the day. Cadets employed as student workers on the Texas A&M University campus will wear the uniform of the day while on duty. Requests for exceptions based on work requirements (examples: Landscape Maintenance, EMT, mechanic duties) may be submitted through the Cadet Chain of Command to the Commandant. At a minimum, ACUs will be worn in campus libraries, library annex and the Student Computing Center. B. Duncan Dining Hall. The uniform for chow is the uniform of the day and can be modified by the Corps Commander. (1) Corps and ROTC special unit uniforms will be established by the respective unit commander as authorized by the Deputy Corps Commander. (2) The Corps athletic uniform is acceptable for lunch and free flow chow. The athletic uniform is restricted to Corps sweats (as required), the Corps PT uniform provided by the Corps of Cadets Association (t-shirt tucked in), and athletic shoes and socks. (3) Cadets engaged in a scheduled intramural or outfit activity immediately before or after chow may wear their outfit athletic uniform. (4) Cadets in excessively wet or soiled uniforms will not be allowed in Duncan Dining Hall. Cadets not in an appropriate uniform for Duncan Dining Hall will also be directed to leave. Dining Services employees will normally coordinate this direction through the appropriate cadet commander. C. Physical Training. Physical training gear is authorized to be worn in the following locations: (1) Thomas Reed Complex, and Student Recreational Sports Center while engaged in health fitness, sporting, or recreational activities. The uniform of the day is worn for all other classes or events that meet in these buildings. (2) Military Science Building when directed by appropriate ROTC or Office of the Commandant representatives. 34
D. Non-Regs. Appropriate civilian attire is authorized to be worn in the following locations: (1) Corps dorms, Lounges, the Buzbee Leadership Learning Center, all civilian residence halls, and the Commons food court areas. (2) Sbisa Dining Facility on weekends only. (3) Military Property Warehouse (MPW) and laundry station. (4) All Faiths Chapel on campus. (5) Campus Libraries during Evening Study Time. E. Varsity Athletics. The Corps Uniform of the Day is worn to all varsity athletic contests in Kyle Field. Cadets may wear ACUs to basketball games in Reed Arena. Cadets may attend other varsity athletic contests (baseball, soccer, track and field, women's softball, tennis, etc.) in appropriate civilian attire unless a uniform is specified in a Corps Operations Order. 3. OFF CAMPUS Cadets are authorized to wear the cadet uniform off campus. When worn off campus, cadets are expected to wear the uniform in such a manner as to be a credit to the individual, the Corps of Cadets, and Texas A&M University. The following guidelines apply to the wear of the uniform off campus: A. Corps Trips- cadets may wear the cadet uniform while in transit to/from the designated assembly location for the Corps trip. B. Service Projects- a uniform appropriate for outfit/Corps service projects may be designated by the outfit/Corps commander. C. Dining Off Campus- if desired, cadets may wear the uniform of the day or higher if eating off campus. Alcohol may not be consumed while in uniform without prior approval of the Commandant. D. Away Football/Basketball Games- cadets WILL wear the appropriate uniform of the day for football/basketball games not played at Texas A&M. 4. UNIFORM RULES Uniforms will be properly fitted, cleaned, and pressed at all times. Shoes will be highly shined. The term properly fitted indicates a sharp military appearance. A. Members of the Corps of Cadets are authorized to wear only those uniforms, insignia, and awards and decorations outlined in The PPG. Unit symbols/shirts of non-active units will not be worn at University/Corps activities (e.g.; deactivated outfit T-shirts at March to The Brazos, Yell Practice, etc.). B. Ribbons/medals will be worn in the order specified in the uniform tables in The PPG. C. Only cadets enrolled in Military Science, Naval Science, or Aerospace Studies are authorized to wear the patch that identifies their ROTC program. Cadets currently enrolled in the Platoon Leaders Course (PLC) program are authorized to wear the PLC patch. All other cadets will wear the TAMU patch in lieu of the ROTC patch. D. All females are required to wear trousers at march-ins and reviews. Units may require freshman females to wear trousers to formation. In all other cases females may wear trousers or skirts. 35
E. Hats must be worn outdoors at all times when in uniform. Hats will not be worn in any building on campus, except within the dormitory by upper-class cadets. Hats will be carried in the left hand or placed out of view when not being worn. F. Ties may not be removed or the uniform changed or altered at football games unless authorized by the Corps Commander for that particular game. G. Taps are required on freshman and sophomore low quarters. H. Cadets will not place their hands in their pockets for an extended period of time. I. In case of rain, the Corps Commander may designate the Class C uniform as the Uniform of the Day. For temperatures below 55 degrees (the feels like temperature on CMS screen), the Black Jacket will be worn to formation. Gloves will be worn when the feels like temperature is below 45 degrees. J. All cadets must have their jackets zipped-up to within three inches of the top except when seated indoors or within the dormitory. K. Only sunglasses of a style consistent with a military appearance are authorized for wear with the uniform. Sunglasses are a junior and senior privilege but will not be worn in formations/march-ins/reviews (unless prescribed by medical authority and authorized by the Assistant Commandant for Academics, Operations & Training). When authorized for wear, sunglasses will not be worn on the top of the head, hung around the neck, or hung from any part of the uniform. L. Wallets, pens, and pencils must not be visible when carried on the uniform. Do not wear calculators on the uniform in any fashion. Cell phones and personal digital assistants will not be worn on the uniform. Cadets will not walk in uniform while using phones or hands-free headsets. These devices may be used in a discreet manner while standing or sitting. IPods or other MP3 devices are not allowed to be carried in sight while in uniform. M. Only wristwatches of a style consistent with a military appearance and POW/MIA/KIA or medical alert bracelets are authorized for wear with the uniform (including all military formations). All cadets are authorized to wear wristwatches. N. Name tags should only contain the cadets last name in standard size letters. Female cadets are issued and will wear smaller name tags consistent with the smaller pockets on their uniforms. Do not wear incorrect or another cadets name tag. If a name tag is broken, lost or not issued, no name tag will be worn. O. Raingear. The raincoat may be worn with any cadet uniform. The campaign hat with rain cover or garrison cap (class B or higher uniform) will be worn with the raincoat. The ACU cap will be worn when wearing a poncho and ACUs. P. Umbrellas. Black, military-style umbrellas are authorized with any Corps uniform when cadets are not in formation. Q. Back/Book Packs. Back packs will be carried in the left hand, on the left shoulder, or across from the right shoulder so as not to interfere with rendering a salute. R. The Class C Utility Uniform. The ACUs issued to each cadet is the designated Class C Utility Uniform. It is the uniform authorized for wear to labs. It is not to be worn to class or elsewhere on a routine basis. Service issued digital camies and/or flight suits are not authorized substitutes for the Class C Utility Uniform. 36
(1) Acceptable reasons for wearing ACUs include inclement weather or when attending a wet lab or any laboratory-type class that could damage a higher classification uniform (2) ACU trousers will be bloused using blousing bands or by tucking trousers legs into boots. Socks will never show above the boots. Sleeves are worn down and never rolled up. (3) USMC digital camies are authorized for cadets who have successfully completed OCS. Army ACUs, USAF Flight Suits or digital camies, and USN digital camies are authorized when issued by their service. These service specific uniforms along with ROTC rank will only be worn in accordance with service policies and only for ROTC Leadership lab or a special ROTC authorized event. S. Each individual cadet is solely responsible for maintenance of the uniform. Refer to The PPG for specific guidelines. 5. UNIFORM INSPECTION GUIDELINES A. Cover. All covers will be free of cables, clean, pressed and properly sized. Any brass on the cover will be polished and free of excessive oxidation. B. Brass. (1) Brass and rank insignia will be shined, smudge free, and free of metal polish buildup. All collar brass will be in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this chapter. (2) All shields are kept smudge-free and placed on the uniform in accordance with The PPG. No unauthorized shields will be worn. (3) All cords will be kept clean. Unauthorized cords will not be worn. C. T-shirts. T-shirts will be cable-free, clean, pulled straight and evenly across the neckline, and will not hang out of the uniform sleeve. D. Shirt. The class bravo shirts will normally be worn for formal inspections but all shirts are subject to inspection and must comply with all uniform guidance. The shirt will be free of cables, wrinkles, holes, and spots or stains. Shirts will have all fasteners and no off-color fasteners (i.e., winter fasteners). The shirt will be worn with proper fit*, a neat tuck, proper patches, all appropriate fasteners fastened, sharp military creases (freshmen will not wear military creases unless directed to do so), and the gig line centered. Only MPW issued shirts are authorized. * Proper fit is defined by having a straight button placket down the front of the shirt (button gaping indicated the shirt is too tight and does not fit properly). E. Name Tag. (1) The name tag is centered on the right pocket flap. The top of the name tag is aligned below the seam at the top of the pocket. Only the cadets own name tag will be worn. (2) The name tag will be shined and free of scratches and dirt and polish build-up in the letters. Name tags that are turning white or with letters no longer distinct will not be worn.
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F. Badges, Pins, and Ribbons. (1) All badges, pins, and ribbons will be placed on the uniform in strict accordance with the guidelines set forth in The PPG. (2) Ribbons will be worn in the correct order as specified in The PPG. All authorized badges, pins, and ribbons will be worn during the inspection. (3) Unauthorized badges, pins, ribbons, or cords will not be worn; such violations may be deemed honor violations and dealt with accordingly. G. Belts. (1) Belts will be free of dirt and stains. (2) Cadets will wear the belt and buckle appropriate for their class. H. Buckles. (1) Align buckles with the belt. Freshman belt tips will be aligned with the edge of the buckle. (2) Curved, engraved, or otherwise deformed buckles will not be worn. (3) Buckles will be shined, scratch-free, and free from polish buildup. I. Trousers. Trousers will be worn by all personnel (including females) for all GM inspections and will be free of cables, holes, wrinkles, stains, spots, and/or heel and sole marks. The trousers will be neatly pressed and of proper fit. There will be only one break in the trousers. All trousers will have proper fasteners (no winter fasteners on summer trousers). Visible shirt garters lines and lines of straps to hold shirts down indicate the pants are too tight. J. Footwear: (1) Cadets will wear low quarters for formal inspections. Seniors may wear Senior Boots. (2) Footwear will be shined and in serviceable condition. (3) Freshman and sophomore cadets will have taps on their low quarters. (4) Unauthorized footwear will not be worn. K. Knowledge of Campusology and Policies: (1) During inspections, freshmen and sophomores will be given one try to correctly answer a campusology question. Juniors and seniors may be asked one policy/campusology question each. (2) Cadets are required to know campusologies word-for-word. L. General Appearance. Cuts will be assessed for wearing two-toned shirts or pants, and for any evidence of poor personal hygiene (e.g.; dirty hands or fingernails, body odor, breath odor, dirty ears, etc.). 6. FORMAL UNIFORM INSPECTIONS A. Units will receive notice on the morning of the inspection or as designated by the Corps Commander. The inspection will be accomplished during morning formation. The unit will receive two cuts for each person who is late. 38
B. The inspector will be given a unit roster indicating those individuals who are bagging-in and the tests they have. The unit will receive three cuts for each individual who is unaccounted for or improperly excused. C. The inspector will randomly inspect a number of cadets from each class. D. If the uniform of the day includes rain gear or Black jacket, cadets will not wear these items for the inspection. 7. INFORMAL UNIFORM INSPECTIONS A. Informal spot inspections are to be conducted during formations. Units to be inspected will receive notice after they are formed up on the Quad for formation. B. Inspection is conducted immediately after formation as the Corps marches into Duncan. The following points will be addressed: (1) Accountability. Sheet consisting of those required to be present at formation and those excused. A commanders inability to present an accurate accountability of personnel (as determined by the Commander making the inspection) will result in an automatic failing score and an unannounced re-inspection within seven class days. (2) Haircuts. (3) Facial Hair. All male cadets will be clean-shaven. (4) Brass. Only authorized brass will be worn. (5) Footwear. Footwear will be properly shined. (6) General Appearance. Uniform will be clean and pressed.
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CHAPTER 9. ROOMS 1. ROOM STANDARDS Cadet rooms will be clean, neat, and orderly at all times. Arbitrary standards are prohibited. Rooms will be inspection ready between 0830 and 1530. Clothing or other personal items will not be left outside the room, on windowsills, or in the hallways. Bicycles may only be stored inside the room or on an approved bicycle rack outside the dorm. Refer to the Bicycles section of the Cadet Resident Handbook for additional information regarding bicycle parking and storage. Senior and Junior rooms must be clean, neat, and orderly. The standards below apply only to fish and sophomores except as noted. A. DOOR. All cadets must have completed schedule cards displayed in the card holder located on the door, using the format provided in Chapter 5 and on the Corps of Cadets website http://assembly.tamu.edu. Name plates are authorized and must be displayed in a uniform manner throughout the unit. Male and Female rooms will be marked in accordance with Corps Housing policy. B. CLOSET. Military and civilian clothes will be organized in a neat orderly fashion. Military clothes will be kept on the front hanging bar and civilian clothes on the back hanging bar with the heavier articles towards the room entrance. Freshmen are required to close the top fastener on military clothing and civilian clothing, and equally space all hangers grounded to the end of the hanging bar. Modifications to the following guidelines are allowed for the newly renovated dorm. (1) Military clothes will be organized as follows, starting closest to the entrance: (a) Raincoat. (b) Poncho. (c) Class A Blouse (if issued). (d) Jacket, Black. (e) Letter/Band/Yell Leader Sweater. (f) Cold Weather Sweater. (g) ACU, Field Jacket. (h) ACUs (blouse and trouser on one hanger). (i) Midnight Gabardine Shirt. (j) Long Sleeve Gabardine Shirt. (k) Short Sleeve Gabardine Shirt. (l) Winter Trousers. (m) Winter Skirt (if applicable). (n) Summer Trousers. (o) Summer Skirt (if applicable). (2) Headgear will be organized in the following manner and start closest to the room entrance. The brim of the cover will run flush to the forward edge of the shelf. Civilian hats will be located behind the military covers. 40
(a) Campaign Hat. (b) Service Cap. (c) ACU Cap. (3) Shoes will be organized in the following manner and start from the closet entrance. Shoes will be clean with laces tucked in and heels flush against the closet wall. (a) Combat Boots. (b) Low Quarters. (c) Shower Shoes. (d) Civilian Shoes (from heaviest to lightest shoe). (4) Additional items may be stored on the closet floor, but must be organized in a neat and orderly fashion. C. HYGIENE AREA. Sink, mirror, monster, and towel rack will be clean, neat, and orderly. Freshmen will arrange items on the monster flush with the front edge of the shelf and may not use carpet or towels to cover the shelf. Freshmen will also have a white towel and matching wash cloth centered on the towel rack with the folded edge towards the center of the room. D. STUDY AREA. Desk/hutch, trash can, and bulletin board will be neat and orderly. A completed grade summary sheet will be displayed and maintained throughout the semester. Trash cans will be placed underneath the lap drawer or grounded to the side of the desk. Bulletin boards will remain uniform throughout the unit and include such items as a unit roster and any other item dictated by the unit; items will be tacked on all corners. E. WINDOWS. Windows must be closed and locked any time the room occupants are not in the immediate area. The blinds will be extended completely and parallel to the floor during inspection times unless occupants are attempting to sleep. No articles of clothing may be hung outside the window. F. BEDS. All beds will remain assembled according to Corps Housing regulations and made each day. Refer to the Room Upkeep section of the Cadet Resident Handbook for additional information regarding assembly and configuration. Beds will be maintained according to the following guidelines: (1) Two white sheets, one white pillow case, and a Corps bedspread will be used (fitted sheets and various colored bedspreads may be used - as directed by the unit commander). (2) The top sheet paired with the bedspread on top will fold down 18 inches from the head of the bed using six-inch folds and be neatly tucked underneath the mattress. (3) The pillow will be centered and grounded to the fold in the bedspread. (4) Hospital corners will be used for all exposed corners. (5) Safety pins will not be used to secure the sheets to the mattress. Even the smallest holes in the mattress reduce the fire retardant properties of the mattress.
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G. FLOORS. Floors will remain clean, neat, and orderly (see Chap 12 Privileges regarding authorized floor coverings). Refer to the Waxing Hallway Floors section of the Cadet Resident Handbook. 2. UNAUTHORIZED ITEMS Upon entering the Corps of Cadets, students voluntarily agree to a more regimented lifestyle than other University students. Part of this lifestyle involves conducting official Corps of Cadets business throughout the 24-hour day. It also involves inspections of cadet rooms and the cadet environment to ensure good order and discipline is maintained. To promote this environment in the dormitory, cadets will not possess any of the items listed below. Joining the Corps of Cadets andaffirming the Cadet Oath authorizes inspection of cadet rooms and computer use logs to ensure compliance with The Standard. A. Alcohol containers. Alcohol containers of any kind (full, partially-full, or empty) are not permitted in any Corps rooms. B. Street signs and construction equipment. Unless a legal receipt of purchase is attached to the back/inside of the item. C. Racially offensive, hate group, gang-related symbols; any form of pornography or sexually related material (includes pictures, books, magazines, collections, files, and material stored/ accessed through electronic media) that will interfere with Corps business and maintenance of good order and discipline as determined by the ACAOT; drug paraphernalia; or flags other than the U.S., any country, state, college, athletic or POW/MIA. D. Fish and sophomores are not allowed additional furniture except for purposes authorized by their commander. E. Cadets should refer to the Appliances section of the Residents Life Handbook for specific information on approved and restricted items. 3. DORM INSPECTIONS The intent for the inspection process is to ensure the highest health and welfare standards, dorm/dorm room orderliness, uniform compliance, and adherence to directives. A. CORPS FORMAL INSPECTIONS. This includes an announced inspection of uniforms and/or dormitory rooms. The purpose is to ensure good order, discipline, and a means to grade units for major unit awards. Refer to the Corps website for specific guidance concerning Corps inspections. B. COMMANDANTS DORM INSPECTIONS. This is an unannounced inspection of all dorm rooms and common areas belonging to a unit during inspection times. All units are subject to inspection as directed by the Commandant. The purpose is to ensure health and welfare standards are maintained within the dormitory. Failure of this inspection will result in the assessment of a restricted weekend to both cadet occupants of the room. Quantitative results of these inspections will be included in determining the Hochmuth Award unit. C. COMMANDANTS STAFF INSPECTIONS. This includes any inspection authorized by the Commandant not previously mentioned and may be announced or unannounced.
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4. DORM MAINTENANCE A. Cadets are responsible to maintain the cleanliness of their room. Cadets are also responsible for immediately reporting any and all maintenance issues within the room to Corps Housing. B. Commanders are responsible for ensuring all common areas (hallways, stairwells, bathrooms and snack rooms) are free of personal items and for immediately reporting any and all maintenance issues to Corps Housing at www.corpshousing@tamu.edu. C. To obtain maintenance service, contact the following: (1) Internet or Cable. Help Desk Central 845-8300
(2) Requests for a new light bulb or filter should be submitted via the Corps Housing webpage at www.corpshousing.tamu.edu. Do not remove your bulb or filter to take to Lounge A. (3) Loss of Power. Report to your Commander, Corps Maintenance (during business hours) via the Corps Maintenance Request System at www.corpshousing.tamu.edu, or contact the Commandants Duty Officer through the Guard Room 845-6789 after 1700 and on weekends. (4) Emergency Problems which compromise safety or security or which will result in severe damage to facilities report immediately to your Commander, Corps Maintenance at 845-7215, or contact the Commandants Duty Officer through the Guard Room 845-6789. Examples include, but are not limited to, leaking pipes, smoking outlets or unauthorized visitors. (5) All maintenance requests (excluding cable or internet) should be submitted via the Corps Maintenance Request System located at www.corpshousing.tamu.edu. Click on the link for Maintenance Request. Fill in your information and click submit. Record the repair request reference number provided as you may need to refer to it later. Submit an individual repair request for each item that needs to be addressed. Repairs should follow in 3-5 workdays. If no action has been taken by the fifth business day, please contact Corps Maintenance at 845-7215 or visit Lounge E. (6) Repairs may be made without the residents presence. If problems arise, Corps Housing will be notified and they will coordinate with the resident as required. The access panel for the AC/heating unit cannot be blocked and must be accessible by the Physical Plant. In the case of repair requests for AC or heat, service will be delayed until the cadet residents of the affected room have removed any and all items blocking access to the unit. The Physical Plants policy is that their representatives will not move furniture and/or personal items unless they are responding to an emergency call. Cadet residents will be disciplined for blocking the AC/heating unit access panel. D. Do not remove furniture from rooms. Refer to the Room Upkeep section of the Cadet Resident Handbook for information regarding standard room configuration, loft assembly, and furniture installation/placement/arrangement.
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E. Advance approval must be obtained from Corps Housing before any substantial changes are made to or within residence hall rooms or the common areas including but not limited to painting walls, painting murals, mounting outfit signs/other signage/other structures. The decision of Corps Housing is final. Refer to the Room Upkeep and Unit Areas section of the Cadet Resident Handbook. F. Drilling holes into the fire door walls or the fire doors is strictly prohibited. G. Monster hooks will not be installed (e.g., use of screws or nails) into the doors, door frames, closet frames, furniture or the ceiling. The only acceptable place for monster hooks is on either side of the mirror and two in each closet. The maximum number of monster hooks for any room is six (6). H. Hanging devices including but not limited to hooks and towel racks cannot be installed (e.g., use of screws and nails) into the doors. Drilling holes into the walls for the purposes of mounting an object, such as but not limited to speakers or bicycles, is strictly prohibited. Drilling into the furniture is strictly prohibited. I. Walls may be decorated with posters as permitted by privilege. However, posters are to be hung only with poster putty. Wallpapering of any type is strictly prohibited. Nails and tacks may be used in moderation provided they are removed. Hooks with adhesive backing are not to be attached to walls as they damage the Duroplex wall covering. Current occupants will not use any existing improper hangers. 5. DORM ADMINISTRATION A. All cadets are required to cooperate fully with Housing Representatives regardless of Outfit or Corps Operations affiliation. Housing functions are very important and are vital to ongoing smooth, efficient Corps operations. Do not change rooms or keys without going through your commander and a Corps Housing Representative. Refer to the Room Assignments section of the Cadet Resident Handbook for information regarding room changes. B. You may not live by yourself unless your Commander designates you an odd number cadet by gender, class, or unless you pay additional charges for a private room. Refer to the Room Assignments section of the Cadet Resident Handbook for information regarding odd number cadets or paid single status. Due to ongoing Quad Dorm Renovation, Paid Single Availability will be decided on each year by the Assistant Commandant for Operations and Training. C. Do not give your room key to anyone else. If you lose your key, report it to Corps Housing for a temporary replacement. You will be billed for permanent loss if not found within 7 days. If your key breaks, report to Corps Housing for replacement. You will not be billed for it. Refer to the Facility Access (Key Control) section of the Cadet Resident Handbook (http://corpshousing.tamu.edu). D. If you experience problems with your ID card access to exterior doors, report to Corps Housing. E. During the spring semester, you are expected to go online and renew your housing contract for the next year. This mandatory process is called HOUSING DECISION. Failure to comply may result in monetary penalty. F. Quad Access, Barbeque Grills/Pits, Motorcycle Parking. Refer to the Vehicle Access to the Quad section of the Cadet Resident Handbook. Motorcycle parking is not permitted on any part of the Quad including but not limited to the sidewalks, grass area, covered 44
walkways and the perimeter immediately around a dorm or lounge. Transportation Services will ticket a motorcycle parked on the Quad and the motorcycle may be subject to towing. G. In accordance with their housing contract, cadets are responsible for damages beyond fair wear and tear for the dorm in which they reside. In their individual rooms, they are presumed responsible. Refer to the Financial Accountability section of the Cadet Resident Handbook for information regarding cadet billings for damage to property including but not limited to rooms and common area. Billings will be posted for information throughout the semester and will be posted to individual accounts at the end of the semester. H. Corps Housings policy on pets in the dormitories is based on Section 36 of the University Student Rules. Only fish in an aquarium (maximum aquarium size is 20 gallons), service dogs (with their master) and Reveille are allowed. Refer to the Pets section of the Cadet Resident Handbook (http://corpshousing.tamu.edu). I. Cadets are required to maintain cleanliness of their rooms and hallway floors. The use of linoleum flooring, tiles, and other type of flooring coverage in which an adhesive is used to secure the coverage is strictly prohibited. Caution and care should be taken when using heel and sole in the room or hallway. Refer to the Room Upkeep, Waxing Hallway Floors, and Unit Areas sections of the Cadet Resident Handbook for additional information regarding floor cleanliness, heel and sole clean up, and carpet. J. Room deposits, room changes, empty/unassigned rooms, hallways, staff areas, and lounges are described in the Cadet Resident Handbook and Policy and Procedures Guide.
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CHAPTER 10. GROOMING STANDARDS 1. GENERAL Grooming standards apply seven days a week during the fall and spring semesters (summer semester for Recruiting Company), and when representing the Corps, whether in uniform or not. A. Tattoos. Visible tattoos or brands are prohibited on the neck, face, or head. Tattoos that are prejudicial to good order and discipline are prohibited on other areas of the body. Additionally, any type of tattoo or brand is prohibited that is visible while wearing a Class A uniform and detracts from a soldierly appearance. B. Piercings. Cadets are prohibited from attaching, affixing or displaying objects, articles, jewelry or ornamentation to or through the ear, nose, tongue, or any exposed body part (includes visible through clothing). Women are allowed to wear one pair of earrings as described below. C. Jewelry. A maximum of three rings may be worn with the cadet uniform. When gloves are worn, rings will not be worn on the outside of the gloves, and gloves will not be modified to display a ring. Necklaces may be worn with a cadet uniform (including the PT uniform) only if they are not visible (i.e., underneath the shirt neckline). Only wristwatches of a style consistent with a military appearance and POW/MIA or medical alert bracelets are authorized for wear with the uniform. These watches, bracelets and rings are authorized for all military formations. 2. GROOMING STANDARDS (MALE CADETS) A. Hair. Will be well groomed with a tapered style that reflects a military appearance. If the hair is dyed, it must look natural and complement the individual. Following are the hair length standards for male cadets. Unit Commanders may approve more liberal haircuts (must still meet well-groomed, military standards) for sophomores and freshmen after the first semester. (1) Freshman. The top will be a maximum of inch and a minimum of inch with five-finger whitewalls. (2) Sophomore. The top will be a maximum of 2 inch and a minimum of inch with five-finger whitewalls. (3) Junior and Senior. The top will be a maximum of 3 inches and a minimum of inch with gray walls. Hair must be tapered in the back at the collar. (4) Shaved heads or other extreme styles are prohibited, although exceptions are allowed when approved via a military letter. B. Sideburns. Will be neatly trimmed and tapered in the same manner as the haircut. They will be straight and of even width (not flared) and end in a clean-shaven horizontal line. They will not extend below the middle of the exterior ear opening. C. Cadets will be clean-shaven. D. Earrings. Will not be worn on campus, while in uniform, or while attending any Corpsrelated function. E. Rings. On ring is permitted per hand. Rings will not be worn during band activities. 46
3. GROOMING STANDARDS (FEMALE CADETS) A. Cosmetics and Jewelry. Female cadets are authorized to wear cosmetics and jewelry with any cadet uniform. Cadets will not be denied this privilege, nor will these standards be modified or restricted to imply class distinctions. (1) Cosmetics. If worn, will be applied conservatively and will be in good taste. Lipstick and/or nail polish are authorized in all uniforms, provided it is conservative. Exaggerated or faddish cosmetic styles are inappropriate with the uniform and will not be worn. Only black or brown mascara is permitted. No lip liner or lip frosts are authorized. (2) Earrings. One set of gold, silver, pearl, or diamond earrings (posts) is permitted with Class AA, A, or B uniforms only. These earrings (one per ear) will not exceed inch in diameter, will fit snugly, and will not extend below the earlobe. (3) Rings. One ring or ring set is permitted per hand. Rings will not be worn during band activities. B. Hair. Will be clean and neatly arranged. A military hair style is required when in uniform. Hair may not fall below the bottom edge of the back of the collar. Hair may be worn in a bun or a braid style at the discretion of the unit commander. Exaggerated styles, including those with excessive fullness or extreme height, are not authorized. In no case shall the bulk of the hair interfere with the proper wear of military headgear. Plaited or braided hair may be worn, but spirals, ringlets, kinky twists and tendrils may not be worn while in uniform. Bangs may be worn if they are neat and not in the eyes. If the hair is dyed, it must look natural and complement the individual. Conspicuous hair ornaments, such as ribbons, will not be worn. Pins, combs, and barrettes, similar in color to the individuals hair color, may be worn while in uniform. C. Skirts. Will be long enough to strike the middle of the knee or extend to the bottom of the kneecap. Panty hose without visible runs must be worn with skirts and shall match or be as close as possible to the wearers skin tone. Slightly darker shades, such as taupe, may be worn with the Class AA or A Uniform. Crew T-shirts are worn with the Class B uniform.
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CHAPTER 11. DISCIPLINE POLICY 1. DESCRIPTION A. Standards of conduct for members of the Corps of Cadets are set forth in writing in order to give cadets general notice of prohibited conduct. These rules should be read broadly and are not designed to define prohibited conduct in exhaustive terms. B. Violations of The Standard may result in disciplinary sanctions as defined in the Sanctions section (5.d) of this chapter. Any disciplinary sanction imposed by the Corps of Cadets may precede and shall be in addition to any penalty that might be imposed by University Student Conflict Resolution Services and any off-campus authority. C. Cadets are responsible for following the most current Texas A&M University Student Rules. D. The Commandant has the final review authority in all discipline and administrative cases. 2. CATEGORIES OF OFFENSES A. Category I Offense. These violations are considered to be of the most serious nature. Only the Commandant and Assistant Commandant for Discipline and Logistics (ACDL) have the authority to assess sanctions for all Category 1 Offenses. The Assistant Commandant for Academics, Operations, & Training (ACAOT) and Cadet Training Officers (CTO) may recommend sanctions to the ACDL for Category I Offenses. B. Category II Offense. Consists of violations of directives/ long-standing, well and properly established University or Corps traditions, or customs, standards of courtesy and class privileges. In most cases these will be handled within the Corps of Cadets through the use of demerits or Restricted Weekends (RW). See paragraph on Discipline Process. 3. REPORTING DISCIPLINE VIOLATIONS It shall be the duty and responsibility of each cadet to report the violation of any Category I or II offenses through the cadet channels to the ACDL. If the cadet chain of command discourages a student to report the violation, the cadet may report directly to their CTO, the ACDL, or someone else on the Commandants staff. 4. PROHIBITED ACTIONS A. Violation of Federal or State Law. Violation of any law of the United States, law of the State of Texas, or municipal ordinances. B. Violation of University Student Rules. Violation of any rules and/or regulations specified in the University Student Rules. The following are examples of prohibited conduct extracted from University Student Rules. The University numbering system has been retained for ease of reference. This list is not designed to be inclusive or exhaustive. Student Conduct Code (Revised: 2006) Conduct standards at the university are set forth in writing in order to give students general notice of prohibited conduct. These rules should be read broadly and are not designed to define prohibited conduct in exhaustive terms. 24.1 Definitions. When used in this code: 24.1.1 the term university or institution means Texas A&M University. 24.1.2 the term student means any person admitted to the university, pursuing undergraduate, graduate or professional studies, whether full-time or part-time, and who is either currently enrolled or was enrolled the previous semester and registered for a future semester. 48
24.1.3 the term university official means any administrator, instructor, staff member and other authorized individuals of the university. 24.1.4 the term university premises means buildings or grounds owned, leased, operated, controlled or supervised by the university. 24.1.5 the term university-affiliated activity means any activity on or off campus that is initiated, aided, authorized or supervised by the university or by a recognized student organization of the university. 24.2 Violations of the University Student Rules may result in disciplinary sanctions as defined in section 27 of this publication. Any disciplinary sanction imposed by the university may precede and shall be in addition to any penalty that might be imposed by any off-campus authority. 24.3 The following are examples of prohibited conduct. This list is not designed to be allinclusive or exhaustive. 24.3.1 Physical abuse. Any attempt to cause injury or inflict pain; or causing injury or inflicting pain. Also causing physical contact with another when the person knows or should reasonably believe that the other will regard the contact as offensive or provocative. It is not a defense that the person (or group) against whom the physical abuse was directed consented to, or acquiesced to, the physical abuse. The physical abuse rule is not intended to prohibit the following conduct: a. Customary public athletic events, contests, or competitions that are sponsored by the university or the organized and supervised practices associated with such events; b. Any activity or conduct that furthers the goals of a legitimate educational curriculum, a legitimate extracurricular program or a legitimate military training program as defined and approved by the university. 24.3.2 Sexual Misconduct. 24.3.2.1 Sexual Assault/Rape. Sexual assault is the oral, anal, or vaginal penetration by a sexual organ of another or anal/vaginal penetration by any means against the victims will or without his/her consent. An individual who is mentally incapacitated, unconscious, or unaware the sexual assault is occurring is considered unable to give consent. The type of force employed may involve physical force, coercion, intentional impairment of an individuals ability to appraise the situation through the administering of any substance, or threat of harm to the victim. (see Sexual Violence Response Protocol - Department of Student Life). 24.3.2.2 Sexual abuse. Attempting or making sexual contact, including but not limited to inappropriate touching or fondling, against the persons will, or in circumstances where the person is physically, mentally or legally unable to give consent. 24.3.3 Hazing. Prohibited acts committed for the purpose of initiation, admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in a group or organization; or as part of any activity of a recognized student organization, student group, Corps of Cadets, Corps outfit, Corps unit, or Corps Special Activities. Prohibited behavior includes any act that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student, or that destroys or removes public or private property; and/or assisting, directing, or in any 49
way causing others to participate in degrading behavior and/or behavior that causes ridicule, humiliation, or embarrassment; and/or engaging in conduct which tends to bring the reputation of the organization, group, or university into disrepute. Previously relied upon traditions, (including Corps, fraternity/sorority, or any other group or organization activity, practice or tradition) intent of such acts, or coercion by current or former student leaders of such groups, or former students will not suffice as a justifiable reason for participation in such acts. It is not a defense that the person (or group) against whom the hazing was directed consented to, or acquiesced to, the behavior in question. Examples of such behavior include but are not limited to: Misuse of authority by virtue of ones class rank or leadership position Striking another student by hand or with any instrument Any form of physical bondage of a student Taking of a student to an outlying area and dropping him/her off Forcing a student into a violation of the law or a university rule such as indecent exposure, trespassing, violation of visitation, etc. Any form of quadding Having firsthand knowledge of the planning of such activities or firsthand knowledge that an incident of this type has occurred and failing to report it to appropriate university officials (The Dean of Student Life and/or the University Police Department) is also a violation under this section.
Students who are recipients and/or victims of hazing (and who have not perpetrated hazing behavior on others involved in the fact pattern for which they are reporting) and who report the activities to the Dean of Student Life and/or the University Police Department, will not be charged with a violation of the hazing rule. The hazing rule is not intended to prohibit the following conduct: Customary public athletic events, contests, or competitions that are sponsored by the university or the organized and supervised practices associated with such events; or Any activity or conduct that furthers the goals of a legitimate educational curriculum, a legitimate extracurricular program or a legitimate military training program as defined and approved by the university.
Hazing is also a violation of Texas state law. See the Texas Education Code, sections 37.151 and 51.936 and/or Appendix VI of the Student Rules. 24.3.4 Harassment. Conduct (physical, verbal, graphic, written, or electronic) that is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to threaten an individual or limit the ability of an individual to work, study or participate in the activities of the university. 24.3.4.1 Sexual Harassment. (See Texas A&M University Policy on Sexual Harassment, Sec.47) 24.3.4.2 Racial and Ethnic Harassment. (See Racial and Ethnic Harassment, Sec. 31) 24.3.4.3 Stalking. Any repeated conduct directed specifically at another person that causes that person [or a member of that persons family or household] to fear his/her safety. 50
Such conduct includes following another person and acts that threaten or intimidate another person through fear of bodily injury or death of self or members of that persons family or household or an offense being committed against that persons property. 24.3.4.4 Retaliation. Harassment of complainant or other person alleging misconduct, including but not limited to intimidation and threats. 24.3.5 Breaching campus safety or security. This includes but is not limited to: Unauthorized access to university facilities; intentionally damaging door locks; unauthorized possession of university keys or access cards; duplicating university keys or access cards; or propping open of exterior residence hall doors; Tampering with fire safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, alarm pull stations or emergency exits; Obstruction of the free flow of pedestrian or vehicular traffic on University premises or at University-sponsored or supervised functions.
24.3.6 Weapons and explosives. Unauthorized use, possession or storage of any weapon, fireworks or explosive on university premises or at any university-sponsored activity. The term weapon may be defined as any object or substance designed to inflict a wound, cause injury or pain, or to incapacitate. Weapons may include, but are not limited to, all firearms, pellet guns, slingshots, martial arts devices, switchblade knives and clubs. 24.3.7 Illegal drugs and controlled substances. Manufacturing, possessing, having under control, selling, transmitting, using or being party thereto any dangerous drug, controlled substance or drug paraphernalia on university premises or at universitysponsored activities. (See Appendix VII, Texas A&M University Drug Rules) 24.3.8 Alcohol. Drinking or having in possession any alcoholic beverage in public areas of university premises not approved for such activity; and possession and/or consumption by a minor; and public intoxication; and driving while intoxicated. (See Appendix VIII, Texas A&M University Alcohol Rules) 24.3.9 Theft. Unauthorized removal or stealing of public or private property or unauthorized use or acquisition of services on university premises or at universitysponsored activities. This includes knowingly possessing such stolen property. 24.3.10 Destroying, damaging or littering of any property. Behavior that destroys, damages, or litters any property of the university, of another institution, or of another person, on university premises or at university-sponsored activities. 24.3.11 Disorderly conduct. Conduct that is disorderly, lewd, indecent or a breach of peace on university premises or at university-sponsored activities. 24.3.12 Disruptive activity. Participation in disruptive activity that interferes with teaching, research, administration, disciplinary proceedings, other University missions, processes, or functions including public-service functions, or other university activities. Such activities may include, but are not limited to: Leading or inciting others to disrupt scheduled and/or normal activities on university premises. Classroom behavior that seriously interferes with either (a) the instructors ability to conduct the class or (b) the ability of other students to profit from the instructional 51
program. (See Texas A&M University Rule on Classroom Behavior, section 21 of this publication.) Any behavior in class or out of class, which for any reason materially disrupts the class work of others, involves substantial disorder, invades the rights of others, or otherwise disrupts the regular and essential operation of the University. Activity or conduct that violates the Texas A&M University Rules on Freedom of Expression (See Appendix XI).
24.3.13 Misuse of Computing Resources. Failure to comply with laws, license agreements, and contracts governing network, software and hardware use. Abuse of communal resources. Use of computing resources for unauthorized commercial purposes or personal gain. Failure to protect your password or use of your account. Breach of computer security, harmful access or invasion of privacy. (See Appendix V, Individual Responsibility for Use of Computing Resources) 24.3.14 Furnishing false information and/or withholding information. Forgery, unauthorized alteration or misuse of any document, record or instrument of identification. Also includes withholding material information from the university, misrepresenting the truth before a hearing of the university and making false statements to any university official. The submission of false information at the time of admission or readmission is grounds for rejection of the application, withdrawal of any offer of acceptance, cancellation of enrollment, dismissal or other appropriate disciplinary action. 24.3.15 Failure to comply. Action or conduct that fails to comply with proper and lawful direction of a university official. 24.3.16 Failure to present identification. Failing to present identification upon the request of a university official. 24.3.17 False reporting. Intentionally initiating or causing to be initiated any false report, warning, threat of fire, explosion or other emergency concerning the university and university-sponsored activities. 24.3.18 Hindering, obstructing or interfering. Action or conduct that hinders, obstructs or otherwise interferes with the implementation of this Discipline Code. 24.3.19 Failure to appear. Failure to appear for a university disciplinary proceeding to respond to allegations or to appear as a witness when reasonably notified to do so. This includes disciplinary hearings, university investigations, and appeals hearings. 24.3.20 Violating terms of any disciplinary sanctions. Knowingly violating the terms of any disciplinary sanction (including failing to meet deadlines and/or committing a violation of university rules while serving a probationary sanction) imposed in accordance with university rules. 24.3.21 Violation of published university rules. Such rules include residence hall contracts and rules, Corps of Cadets rules, university motor vehicle rules, rules relating to the use of student identification cards, entry and use of university facilities and dining hall conduct. 24.3.22 Violation of NCAA Regulations. 24.3.23 Violation of law. Violation of any law of the United States, law of the State of Texas or municipal ordinance.
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24.3.24 Complicity. Attempting, aiding, abetting, conspiring, hiring or being an accessory to any act prohibited by this code shall be considered to the same extent as completed violations. 24.4 Bias-Related Violations. Violations of 24.3 of this Student Conduct Code that are motivated by prejudice toward a person or group because of factors such as race, religion, ethnicity, disability, national origin, age, gender or sexual orientation may be assessed an enhanced sanction as prescribed in section 27 of this publication. 24.5 Off-Campus Conduct. When a student is alleged to have violated 24.3 of the Student Conduct Code by an offense committed off of university premises, the university reserves the right to investigate and adjudicate. The University may take action in situations occurring off university premises involving: student misconduct demonstrating flagrant disregard for any person or persons; or when a students or student organizations behavior is judged to threaten the health, safety, and/or property of any individual or group; or any other activity which adversely affects the University community and/or the pursuit of its objectives. This action may be taken for either affiliated or non-affiliated activities. If the Vice President for Student Affairs determines the offense affects the university as stated above, then Student Conflict Resolution Services in the Department of Student Life, or if the student is a member of the Corps of Cadets, the Office of the Commandant, shall hold an administrative hearing to consider whether the offense is of such nature as set out above, whether or not the student committed the offense, and take appropriate action. The action of the university administrative hearing officer shall be made independent of any off-campus authority. 5. ADDITIONAL PROHIBITED ACTIONS A. Conduct Unbecoming a Cadet. A cadet is guilty of conduct unbecoming a cadet when his or her actions or conduct could be interpreted to be detrimental to the best interests of the individual cadet, other persons, the cadets unit, the Corps of Cadets, or Texas A&M University. B. Disrespect or Insubordination. Any cadet who is disrespectful or insubordinate in demeanor, word or action toward any university official or cadet in the chain of command, whether or not this occurs in their presence is subject to sanction under this action. C. Failure to Follow Orders. Failure to follow the verbal or written orders/directions of the Commandant, any university official or cadet in the chain of command. D. Negligence of Leadership. Anyone in the cadet chain of command is responsible for ensuring the cadets under their authority follow and obey the corps requirements. Additionally, a cadet in the chain of command must be wise with his/her use of authority. His/her actions and directives must be reasonable and prudent. E. Permission to Touch. (1) It is improper for a cadet to touch another cadet without his or her permission unless there is a legitimate safety reason (e.g., a cadet about to fall, in danger of being hit by a vehicle, etc.). (2) It is proper to touch, with permission, another cadet when making minor corrections such as adjusting a hand salute. (3) It is never proper for a cadet to touch or grab a fellow cadet for the purpose of harassment or disciplinary action. 53
(4) When upperclassmen are addressing or instructing underclassmen, a safe rule of thumb is to remain at least one arms length away from the underclassmen. F. Abuse of Class Relationships. (1) Upper-class cadets will not require lower class cadets to perform personal service tasks (e.g., moving the upper class cadets car to avoid a parking violation, picking up cleaning, etc.). Performing personal service or unauthorized details directed by upperclassmen with or without remuneration is also a violation. (2) Upper-class cadets will not require lower class cadets to earn privileges or perform unauthorized physical training to receive a special position or duty. (3) Do not borrow items (e.g., money, services, vehicles, uniform items, clothes, etc.) across class lines. This practice disrupts good order and discipline and may pose a question of coercion. G. Improper Cadet Relationships. (1) Improper relationships are those inter-gender (male-female) or intra-gender (malemale, female-female) relationships that could result in actual or perceived favoritism, unfairness, or partiality, that are detrimental to good order and discipline within the unit or the chain of command. (2) Dating among cadets is permissible; however dating will be conducted with the same standards of discretion and good judgment expected of all cadets. Should a personal relationship evolve within a unit or chain of command, cadets will seek resolution with their Cadet Training Officer. (a) Upper-class cadets will not date freshman cadets. (b) There will be no intra-outfit dating (within same outfit). The Texas Aggie Band is considered to be four separate outfits. (c) Cadets will not date others in their direct chain of command. (d) Dating between fish will be allowed provided the relationship is not intra-outfit. H. Public Displays of Affection. (1) Cadets in uniform will refrain from personal/romantic contact in public view. A male cadet may offer his left arm to a woman when walking. A female cadet may take the arm of a man while walking. Walking arm-in-arm does not preclude the requirement to render proper military courtesy. Holding hands or walking or sitting with arm around waist or shoulder is not permitted. (2) The Aggie Tradition of kissing after the football team scores is permitted and not considered a violation of this policy. I. Conduct in the Dormitories and Lounges. (1) All cadets must respect the rights of others to privacy and must maintain good neighborly relations with those who are housed in the Corps area dormitories. (2) No cadet will disturb study conditions in the dorm, or dorm area, and all cadets should be especially careful to comply with all quiet hour restrictions. (3) Cadets will not do anything that might cause personal injury or destruction of private property or dormitory facilities. Flood outs, drown outs, Babo bombs, Skoal bombs, quadding, etc. are strictly prohibited. 54
(4) Cadets will be dressed appropriately at all times. Cadets will wear shorts and a Tshirt when in the hallway. When going to/from the shower, at a minimum, cadets will wear shorts and a T-shirt or a bathrobe. At no time will nudity or a towel alone in place of shorts and a T-shirt be acceptable in hallways or other common areas. (5) Cadets will not remove, disable or render inoperative any fire protection equipment in the dormitories. (6) Cadets will not engage in inappropriate sexual behavior. J. Use of Profanity. Members of the Corps of Cadets will not use profanity when performing Corps functions, in the Corps environment, or while wearing Corps uniforms (i.e., all cadets are expected to use good judgment and restraint in expressing themselves). K. Interference with Free Time. As a general guide for cadet conduct, all students are entitled to use free time to study, sleep or attend to personal matters, except when otherwise directed by competent authority. No person subject to these policies shall curtail or interfere with the use of available free time by any other person subject to these policies. The following are expressly prohibited: (1) Ordering any person subject to these policies to run errands or placing any person on an unauthorized detail; conversely, submitting to the running of errands or the performing of any unauthorized detail or service with or without remuneration. For additional information refer to abuse of class relationship. (2) Requiring freshmen to participate in uniformity activities (e.g., requiring a fish Buddy to enter/exit the quad/dorm or get another plate of food, etc.). (3) Requiring cadets to return to the dorm between classes unnecessarily. (4) Requiring any unauthorized activity during the Academic Day L. Motor Vehicles. No motor vehicle will enter, be operated on, or parked in the quadrangle or dormitory area. Exceptions to this policy may be granted for outfit BBQs and Game Day weekend activities. M. Pets. Per Texas A&M University Student Rule 36 students are prohibited from keeping pets or other animals on the campus or taking such animals into dormitories, dining halls, or other University buildings. Pets include all forms of wild or domesticated animal life. The exception to this rule is the Aggie Mascot, Reveille, and fish in an aquarium. Maximum approved aquarium size for use in a Corps dorm room is 20 gallons. Cadets must consult with Corps Housing before bringing an aquarium measuring 10-20 gallons. Requests for exceptions will be submitted to Corps Housing through the appropriate CTO. Refer to the Pets section of the Cadet Resident Handbook. 6. DISCIPLINE PROCESS A. Initial Action. Upon receipt of a report of an alleged violation, the Commandant or ACDL may ask for recommendations from the cadets CTO, from a Board of Officers/Cadets appointed by the Commandant, from an administrative hearing officer, or from any other appropriate source. The decision to require joint action with Student Conflict Resolution Services or handle the alleged violation within the Cadet system will be made in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Student Life and the Corps of Cadets. B. Rights. These include the right to an Advisor, the right to know the specific charge being brought against them, the right to be informed in writing at least three (3) class days before the hearing, the right to waive the three-day notice of charges, the right to remain silent, the right to 55
present witnesses, the right to review their cadet record, the right to receive a written statement of the outcome of the hearing, and the right to an appeal. C. Charges. The issuance of a charge letter is the first step in the administrative hearing process. This letter states the alleged rules violation and/or incident of concern and requires the cadet(s) to schedule a hearing with the appropriate office. The charge letter does not indicate a presumption of guilt of a rule violation, but rather a complaint has been made against the cadet and there is a need to hear both sides of the situation. D. Sanctions. Sanctions involving expulsion, dismissal, suspension, and deferred suspension from the University will be assessed by the ACDL and a representative from Student Life through a joint hearing process in accordance with the joint Memorandum of Understanding. Sanctions of Category I offenses not involving removal from the University will normally be assessed by the ACDL. Sanctions for Category I offenses may include: (1) Expulsion. Separation action without option for readmission. (2) Dismissal. Separation action for an indefinite period; return may be possible in the future. (3) Suspension. Separation for a defined period; readmission is not guaranteed but will be considered upon request. (4) Deferred Suspension. The sanction of suspension may be placed in deferred status. In this case, a violation of The Standard during this period will cause the suspension to take effect immediately without further review. Additional action may also be taken regarding the most recent offense. Deferred suspension also carries the restriction a student is Not in Good Standing with the Corps of Cadets (5) Conduct Probation. An official warning a cadets conduct has been in violation of The Standard, but is not serious enough to warrant expulsion, dismissal, or suspension. Conduct Probation means a cadet is Not in Good Standing with the Corps. Violation of any part of the probation may result in one of the sanctions above from the Corps of Cadets. This sanction includes the same restrictions as Deferred Suspension and therefore: (a) May not hold a leadership position (defined as CO, XO, SGM and 1SG for both Corps Units and Special Units e.g., Ross Volunteers). (b) May not represent the Corps of Cadets to anyone off campus (e.g., Corps, Band, and PMC trips). (c) Cadets with a Corps-administered scholarship will have their scholarship reviewed. The ACDL will be responsible for notifying the scholarship administrator that a cadet is not in good standing. (d) Further Corps provisions may be imposed by the Commandant on the sanctions outlined in the Sanction letter. (6) Conduct Review. An official warning the cadets conduct is in violation of The Standard, but is not sufficiently serious to warrant conduct probation. A cadet on conduct review shall remain In Good Standing with the Corps. This sanction may require regular meetings with an appropriate official. (7) Relief from Command or Position. (8) Reduction of Cadet Rank. 56
(9) Payment of Damages. (10) Restricted Weekends/Marching Tours. (11) Letter of Reprimand. (12) Demerits. (13) Other similar and appropriate sanctions as approved by the Commandant. E. Appeals of Cat 1 Sanctions. Cadets receiving sanctions as a result of a Corps hearing have the right to appeal as outlined in their Sanction Letter. The appeal process will be done through the chain of command using the following guidelines: (1) The appeal letter format can be found at http://cadets.tamu.edu/chains/honor-discipline. (2) The appeals letter will be forwarded by the ACDLs office to the Commandant. The Commandant may act on the appeal immediately or refer the appeal to an Appeals Panel. The Appeals Panel will subsequently provide the Commandant a recommendation. The Commandant will then take final action on the appeal. F. Suspension from the Corps of Cadets. Any cadet who receives a sanction of suspension or higher, must follow the written instructions presented to them in their sanction letter. The instructions for administrative separation are the same as suspension from the Corps of Cadets. They include: (1) A definite time in which they must leave the Corps. (1) Paperwork for leaving begins at Lounge B from the ACAOT. (2) Failure to check out properly may result in additional administrative uniform and housing fees. (3) Admission back into the Corps is dependent upon completion of the sanction and approval by the Commandant. G. Administrative Separations. The following are examples of actions that may result in administrative separation from the Corps. (1) Failure to take or pass the Corps Physical Fitness Training (PFT) test and failure to meet the Corps Height & Weight/Body Fat Content standards. (2) Any cadet who fails or Q drops any of the SOMS classes. (3) Any cadet who delays more than two weekends to begin serving their restricted weekends (RWs) or fails to complete their RWs prior to the end of the semester. This information is found on the cadet CMS. 7. AGGIE HONOR SYSTEM OFFICE A. The Aggie Honor System Office serves as a university system established to respond fairly to university academic violations of the Aggie Code of Honor. B. All Corps academic violations of the Aggie Code of Honor will be handled by the Aggie Honor Systems Office. C. Any cadet who is found responsible for academic dishonesty by the Aggie Honor System Office will also meet an Administrative Board. The purpose of this board is to determine whether the cadet should remain a member of the Corps of Cadets.
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8. CADET BOARDS A. There are two separate cadet boards, each with its own membership and jurisdiction. Only those boards mentioned in this policy are authorized within the Corps of Cadets. B. Cadet Performance Review Board (CPRB). The procedures and operation of the CPRB are specified in the Cadet Performance Review Board Manual, located on the cadets.tamu.edu homepage, under discipline and honor. (1) The CPRB will be composed of 25 White Belt cadets. These cadets shall be selected by the Cadet Performance Review Board President and will be approved by the Commandant (2) Members shall be appointed to serve for one year. Appointments may be terminated at any time for cause. (3) The CPRB will review cadets that have been charged by a Commanding Officer. The Cadet Performance Review Board will determine whether the cadet is responsible or not responsible for the charges presented. (4) The recommendation of the Board will be forwarded to the Commandant, who has the final decision on sanctions C. Cadet Corps Appeals Panel (CCAP). Cadets found responsible by the CPRB. /Asst Commandant for Logistics and Discipline may appeal their sanctions to the Cadet Corps Appeals Panel. The specific panel will be mentioned in the Sanction Letter. This Appeals Panel will consist of five members of the CPRB who were not involved with the original performance review. 9. CORPS APPEALS PANELS A. The Discipline Appeals Panel will hear appeals, as directed by the Commandant, involving expulsion, dismissal, suspension, & deferred suspension from the Corps of Cadets. B. The Conduct Appeals Panel will hear appeals, as directed by the Commandant, involving Corps Conduct Probation or lower from the Corps of Cadets. C. The chair of the appeals panel is selected from the Commandants Staff. Other panel members include staff members from the Commandants Office, the Corps of Cadets, and the Department of Student Life. (1) The Discipline Appeals Panel will normally consist of five members: two from the Commandants Office, one from Student Life, and two cadets. (2) The Conduct Appeals Panel will normally consist of three members: two from the Commandants Office and one cadet. (3) The Chair may sit as a hearing officer, participate in the deliberations and vote as a panel member. The Chair is authorized to cast the tie breaking vote on all panels. (4) The Appeals Panels recommendation will be forwarded to the Commandant for the final decision. D. Cadets sanctioned within the disciplinary process may submit an appeal. The appeal may be based on one of the following: 1) the belief new evidence is available, 2) the belief a violation of the right to due process has occurred, 3) or the belief the punishment is inappropriate for the behavior. The appeal authority after the hearing the appeal evidence, may recommend to send the case back for a new hearing based upon their judgment there was new evidence or a violation of due process. The appeal authority may recommend the 58
original sanction be upheld or be reduced to a lesser sanction. The Commandant has the final authority concerning Appeal Panel recommendations. 10. DEMERIT SYSTEM. A. Demerits serve both as a disciplinary tool and a performance indicator. Unit Commanders are responsible for ensuring the system works properly. Procedures for operating the Demerit system are in The PPG. B. Demerits automatically convert to Restricted Weekends (RWs). Any cadet who receives 15 or more demerits will automatically receive a restricted weekend. Each cadet will have 2 weeks to complete their restricted weekend from the date entered in the computer. Failure to complete RWs may result in suspension from the Corps of Cadets. C. Cadets have the right to appeal the demerits assigned by following the instructions online in Assembly. All appeals should be filed within 5 work days from when the demerits are issued and they will be sent to the issuing Commander, and to the major unit staff for adjudication. D. If a cadet receives 45 demerits or more in one semester, their status in the Corps of Cadets will be reviewed and a recommendation made concerning their membership. E. The Cadet Corps Commander will determine who is authorized to give demerits in the Cadet Chain. The ACDL, ACAOT and his staff are authorized to issue demerits. F. Demerits are normally assessed in accordance with the Table 11, Schedule of Demerits, and may be removed by marching tours in accordance with Table 12, Demerit Removal. G. Failure to complete any sanction by the suspense date or all RWs by the end of the semester will normally result in an administrative separation from the Corps. Cases will be sent to Student Conflict Resolution for a formal university hearing for graduating seniors.
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13. UNIT DISCIPLINE SYSTEM. The Unit Discipline or Gig system is described in The PPG. 14. RESTRICTED WEEKENDS Restricted weekends are normally assessed for the accumulation of demerits and for Category I Offenses. However, in lieu of traditional check-ins and marching tours, those with Restricted Weekends may choose to participate in an approved community service project or Cadet Work Duty approved by the ACDL and under the authority of the Corps Adjutant. Restricted Weekends are the result of accumulating 15 or more demerits. Anytime, a Cadet Commander feels a RW is necessary and deserved, they must submit a written (email) complaint to their CTO requesting a RW be assigned for the cadets behavior. Notice of the action will be passed up to the ACDL (email preferred). During a restricted weekend, a cadet will be required to report to the guardroom in Class A uniform (Summer between Aug Oct, and April-May & Winter between Nov March) for inspection and be required to sign the restriction roster every two hours between 1800 and 2200 on Friday; between 0600 and 2200 on Saturday; and 0600 and 1600 on Sunday. Cadets desiring to attend Sunday religious services must sign in before and after their service. Marching tours will begin as part of the Restricted Weekend, from 0600 1000 hours on Saturday and from 1300 1600 hours on Sunday. Marching tours will be cancelled during inclement weather to include black flag conditions. Sign-in periods and location restrictions on weekends that include special events (e.g., march-ins for home football games) will be specified in a memo on the sign in roster. If the cadet does not pass his uniform inspection he or she will be sent back to their room to get into appropriate uniform. A. Cadets must begin serving their Restricted Weekends in a timely manner after the cadets name appears on CMS. A date will appear at the top of the roster to serve as a starting point for the two week period. Failure to do so, especially by the end of the semester will normally result in an administrative separation from the Corps or the case may be sent to Student Conflict Resolution for a formal university hearing. B. Only members of the Commandants Staff/ Corps Staff, and Major Unit Commanders can assign Restricted Weekend (RW) sanctions. C. Delaying a Restricted Weekend. (1) Anyone requiring the delay of a RW into the next semester for any reason must submit an email to the Corps Adjutant for approval, who will send it to the Discipline Office to record. This email must be received in the Discipline Office prior to 1200 on the last class day for the semester. It is the responsibility of the cadet with the RW to confirm the delay was approved. 61
(2) Anyone who misses more than two consecutive restricted weekends will be assessed additional disciplinary action at the discretion of the ACDL. 15. RESTRICTED WEEKS When a cadet is unable to sit a Restricted Weekend (RW) due to work schedule, illness or other reasons approved by the Corps Adjutant; the following requirements must be accomplished to substitute for RW credit. A. Turn in a class schedule to Corps Staff by 1800 hrs the Friday before. Must coordinate to do four sign-ins per day, for five days, Monday through Friday, with Corps Staff. B. Must wear the appropriate RW uniform throughout the week, not just for sign-ins. C. Will march to morning and evening chow with their Major Unit staff. 16. PHYSICAL EXERCISE A. Outfit physical training may only be conducted during Corps Staff authorized times. B. Corrective physical exercise may be used to call attention to minor offenses. Punitive PT (PT used solely to punish) is not authorized. C. Those administering corrective physical exercise or any physical exercise between the classes will adhere to the following rules. D. Cadets authorized to administer corrective physical exercise to freshmen and sophomores will be designated in writing by the Unit Commander. E. Physical Training, including Corrective PT between classes will not be administered during the Academic Day or Evening Study Time. Weekend PT must be authorized by the Major Unit Commander in writing. F. Corrective PT will only be administered in the hallways or on the quad. G. The cadets supervising physical training will conduct themselves in a professional manner. H. Corrective PT is limited to standard push-ups, standard sit-ups, and flutter kicks. Other physical training for strength and conditioning may include exercises approved by the Corps Commander. The number of repetitions will be based on the individual cadets level of physical fitness. I. Corrective PT that lasts longer than 15 minutes is NOT AUTHORIZED because it is considered to be excessive and unauthorized punitive PT. Exceptions require written approval from the Corps Commander. J. Exercise sets will be performed in normal military fashion, with the cadence counted out loud by the cadet performing the exercise. Maintaining cadets in the front leaning rest position for more than 30 seconds is not permitted before, during, or after push-ups. K. Violations of guidelines regarding physical exercise will be investigated as potential hazing incidents. 17. ADDITIONAL DISCIPLINE SYSTEM INFORMATION Additional discipline system information is described in the Plans and Programs Guide and in Corps Policy Letters. Both are available online in the CMS.
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CHAPTER 12. VISITATION POLICY 1. This policy is in effect from the first day of FOW Cadre Training to the last day of final exams. All cadets residing in or visiting in a cadet dormitory are responsible for knowing the visitation rules and regulations and hours of visitation that apply to that dormitory. A guest is a visitor of either gender, not in the Corps. The cadet is responsible for his/her guests conduct. 2. Guests of cadets are not permitted in the Corps dorms, including doorways and hallways, other than during visitation hours. 3. During visitation hours, all cadets and their guests must be dressed as if they are in public areas. 4. Corps dorm visitation hours are: Weekdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Reading/Redefined/Final Exam Days NONE 1700 - 0200 (SAT) 1000 - 0200 (SUN) 1000 - 1800 1000-0200 (FOLLOWING study purposes only DAY) for
5. The civilian co-ed residence halls have visitation hours determined by vote of the residents. The single sex halls are only open for visitors from 0900 0200. Cadets will not violate the visitation hours of any residence hall. 6. Commanders will report any visitation violations of non-corps individuals to the Commandants Duty Officer through the Guard Room (845-6789) or the appropriate CTO.
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CHAPTER 13. ALCOHOL AND DRUG POLICY 1. In support of good order and discipline, No Alcoholic Beverages are Permitted On the Quad (the area enclosed by Lewis Street, Throckmorton Street, Joe Routt Street, Coke Street, and Lubbock Street with the east side of the Quad bounded by the east edge of the Band Drill Field and the grassy areas behind dorms 1, 3 and 5). The transport or use of alcohol in the dorms and public areas such as hallways, lounges, bathrooms, quad courtyards, and parking lots is not permitted. Alcohol containers (vessels in which alcohol is sold) are not permitted in the dorm. 2. Cadets who are in possession or drinking alcohol On the Quad will be charged with violating Corps Alcohol Policy rules and with conduct unbecoming to a cadet. 3. Cadets will not consume alcohol while in uniform on or off Campus unless specifically approved by the Commandant or his designated representative. Cadets who will perform a duty to represent Texas A&M or the Corps of Cadets (e.g., Fighting Texas Aggie Band, Officers of the Day, Color Guard, PMC, RV, etc.) will not consume alcohol during the period starting 12 hours prior to the duty and ending after the completion of the duty. For off campus events, the duty begins at the planned/actual departure from the campus for the event and the completion of duty is upon return to the campus. Exceptions to this policy can only be granted by the Commandant. 4. Cadets who are 21 years old or older and publicly intoxicated, on or off the university campus, will be charged with violating University Student Rules. This rule also applies to cadets 21 years old or older, who allow, provide, or do not attempt to stop a cadet under the age of 21 from drinking, on and off campus. Sanctions for most alcohol-related infractions begin with University/Corps Conduct Probation, alcohol abuse education, and restricted weekends. Cadets who provide alcohol to minors may be suspended for at least one semester. 5. Cadets who are under the age of 21, and in possession of, or drinking alcohol, or publicly intoxicated, on or off the university campus, will be charged with violating University Student Rules. Sanctions for most under 21 alcohol-related infractions begins with University/Corps Conduct Probation, alcohol education, letter to their parents, and 3 restricted weekends. 6. Outfit Social Events off/on campus. Any social event sponsored by an outfit will not use outfit funds when alcohol is being served at the event. Additionally, at an outfit social event where any cadet is under the age of 21, alcohol may only be served/available IAW Student Activity Rules (i.e., positive control of no alcohol to minors). All outfit sponsored social events off campus require a Risk Assessment form (approved by Student Activities and the outfit CTO) and a military letter approved by the Corps Commander. 7. If you know of a cadet who appears to have a serious drinking problem (e.g., constantly drinking, getting drunk several nights a week, etc.) express your concern to that person. If he/she is having drinking problems, he/she also may be having other problems (e.g., social, academic, mental, physical, etc.). Refer the cadet to the Student Life Alcohol and Drugs Education Programs or Student Counseling Services for help. 8. As a deterrent against the illegal/inappropriate* use of drugs, all cadets are subject to selection for a random drug test. Applications to the Corps of Cadets for all upperclassmen and FOW Random Drug Test notification agreements for incoming freshmen require agreement to 100% compliance with the Corps Random Drug Testing Program prior to 64
acceptance in the Corps of Cadets. At random times during the school year (and during duty in the Summer Recruiting Company), cadets will be informed they have been selected for a drug test. They must comply with procedures of the published program within the time specified or be dismissed from the Corps for non-compliance. * Inappropriate drugs are defined as non-prescription substances that produce effects that impair the judgment of the cadet and interfere with good order and discipline (e.g., salvia, herbal tobacco, etc.) 9. Use of illegal/inappropriate drugs in the Corps of Cadets will not be tolerated. Cadets should submit any information regarding illegal/inappropriate drugs in the dormitory to the appropriate authority (i.e., outfit commander, CTO, ACAOT, ACDL, UPD, etc.), who will notify University Police and take appropriate disciplinary action. 10. Cadets found responsible for use of or possession of illegal/inappropriate drugs, but allowed to remain in the Corps, must submit to monthly drug testing (at their own expense) and test negative on all the required drug tests as outlined in their Corps Sanction Letter. The Commandant may require additional provisions on drug related sanctions. 11. In the event of an overdose or other drug related problems needing medical attention: A. Call the emergency number 9-911. B. Transport to Beutel Health Center if situation dictates (845-1511). C. Bring possible clues for drug identification (empty pill bottles or vomit samples). D. Immediately call the Commandants Office (845-2811) or Operations and Training (8624311). If emergency occurs on a weekday after 1700 and before 0800, or on a weekend, notify the Commandants Duty Officer through the Guardroom (845-6789) or directly at 2295826. 12. Commanders (or others) should contact any or all of the following in handling a drug-related problem. A. CTO or any other member of the Commandants or ROTC Staff. B. Student Life Alcohol and Drug Education Programs (845-0280). C. Student Counseling Service, 845-4427.
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THE STANDARD

The Cadence is a pocket-size summary of information specifically intended for freshman

CHAPTER 3. CORPS ORGANIZATION 1. ORGANIZATIONAL CHARTS A. OFFICE OF THE COMMANDANT

Developmental Relations Coordinator

Director, Corps Leadership Excellence Program

Professor of Aerospace Studies

Professor of Military Science

Professor of Naval Science

Asst Cmdt, Recruiting

Asst Cmdt, Strategic Communication and IT

Asst Cmdt, Admin, Athletics, Intl Prgs

Asst Cmdt, Academics, Operations, & Training

Asst Cmd, Discipline & Logistics

Director, Corps Center & External Support

ROTC Dept Admin Support

Senior Systems Admin

Cadet Training Officers

Director, Military Property Warehouse

Software Apps Developer

PMC Site Manager

Asst Director, Admissions Support

Media Relations Coordinator

Senior Academics Advisors

Senior Admin Coord

* Non-gender Integrated Unit (d) Day Student Unit

Corps Commander Deputy Corps Commander

Adjutant / Finance (G-8) Admin Sgt (G-1A) Finance Sgt (G-8A)

Scholastics (G-2) Scholastics Sgt (G-2A)

COS / Plans (G-5) Plans Sgt (G-5A)

Operations/Logistics/Training (G-3/4/7) Ops Sgt (G-33A) Log / Training Sgt (G-4A/G-7A)

Inspector General SJA

Deputy IG / Discipline Sergeant

PR Sgt (G-9A) Recruiting Sgt (G-10A)

Public Relations (G-9) Recruiting (G-10)

D. MAJOR UNIT STAFF

Academic Day Varies

Corps Activities or Free Time

1800 1815 1815 1900 1900 1930 1930 2300

Formation & Dinner Transition

Formation & Dinner Transition

Formation & Dinner Transition

Formation & Dinner Transition

Evening Study Time

Evening Study Time

Evening Study Time

Evening Study Time

Evening Study Time

2300 2300 0530

Lights Out Evening Study Time

Lights Out Evening Study Time

Lights Out Evening Study Time

Lights Out Evening Study Time

Lights Out Evening Study Time

STANDARD DOOR CARD

Est GPR Status Level

11. SCHEDULE OF DEMERITS

12. DEMERIT REMOVAL Action Hours Number of Demerits Removed 6

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